St. John (Short)
Why was St. John the short called "The Short"
He was smaller than his friends
This young girl loved Jesus and used prayer like a shield. Who is she?
St. Justina
Before he became a saint, St. Moses was known for being very strong and leading a group of these.
Robbers
This young girl loved to study and became very wise. Who is she?
St. Katherine of Alexandria
What is Obedience, and how was St. John obedient?
St. John always listened to his teacher, Abba Bemwa. When we listen and follow directions even when it’s hard.
When the demons tried to scare St. Justina, this simple sign protected her like a mighty shield. What is the sign?
Sign of the cross
St. Moses began to change when he looked up at this and asked, “If you are God, let me know!”
The sun
Saint Katherine was given this special piece of jewelry by Jesus in a dream. What was it?
A ring
Abba Bemwa told St. John to water a dry stick every day for three years. What amazing thing happened to that stick?
it grew into a tree with fruit
St. Cyprian used to be a dark magician, but when he saw the power of God, he did this with all his magic books. What did he do with the books?
He burned them
After St. Moses met Abba Isidore and Abba Macarius, he stopped doing bad things and became this kind of holy man.
A monk
Even though the Emperor tried to hurt Saint Katherine, this torture machine broke and could not harm her.
The wheel
St. John gave all his bread to a poor lady and her blind son. What happened after he prayed for the boy?
the boy could see again
Every time the demons tried to go near St. Justina, they failed because she did this to ask God for help.
She prayed
St. Moses used to sneak around the monastery at night to fill the elders’ water pots. What does this show about his heart?
he was humble and liked to serve others
Saint Katherine spoke bravely in front of 150 of these very smart men who studied philosophy. What were they called?
Philosophers
St. John lived with his teacher for twelve years, caring for him even when he was sick and cranky. What did Abba Bemwa finally call St. John before he went to Heaven?
An angel
St. Justina and St. Cyprian never stopped loving God, even when Emperor Diocletian hurt the Christians. What happened to them because of their faith?
They were martyred
When the Barbarians attacked the monastery, St. Moses chose to stay and was killed for his faith. What crown did he receive in Heaven?
Crown of Martyrdom
After Saint Katherine died, angels carried her body to this holy mountain where a monastery was built in her name. What was the mountain called?
Mount Sinai.