Festival Resources: Other Literature

Item No. 007997 Jesus said, "Do not call anyone on earth your father; for One is your Father, He who is in heaven." Why, then, do millions of Christians refer to their earthly priests as "Father"? A clear answer to this question and the proper...

Item No. 007994 A clear and concise guide explaining the "how-tos" of becoming a Christian and the necessary steps involved in moving from commitment to new birth in Christ. To order a single copy of this booklet, please use Item No...

Item No. 008005 Why is it important to honor Mary and call her "blessed"? This booklet will lay to rest much of the contemporary confusion concerning Mary, and will provide help for those seeking to understand her role in our lives. To order a single...

Item No. 008003 Traces the continuing history of the Church from New Testament times until today. Explains the underlying causes for the major divisions within Christianity, especially centering on the break between Roman Catholicism and Orthodoxy in...

Item No. 008024 What does it mean to truly forgive? Why is it so hard to forgive those closest to you? How do you forgive other people when they've hurt you, and how do you seek forgiveness and reconciliation when you have sinned against someone? To...

Item No. 008025 by Fr. A. James Bernstein Few subjects are so misunderstood in the twenty-first century as those relating to the afterlife and the nature of heaven and hell. In this insightful booklet, author and priest James Bernstein provides a...

Item No. 007996 An apologetic for icons and their proper use, written with a sympathetic eye towards those whose misunderstandings grow from a lack of information or unfamiliarity with Orthodox thought. To order a single copy of this booklet, please...

Item No. 008004 With over 22,000 different Christian denominations and sects in existence today, how can we know whose interpretation of the Bible is correct? Find out how Holy Tradition provides the valuable missing link to understanding Scripture and...

Item No. 008002 What do Orthodox Christians believe about the Second Coming of Christ? About divorce? About abortion? About spiritual gifts? Compiled as a practical A to Z handbook of basic Orthodox teaching on a variety of subjects. A Conciliar Press...

Item No. 9781944967154 by Barnabas Powell In the style of his beloved podcast, Fr. Barnabas Powell offers reflections for each workday of the year to inspire us to live out our faith in the real world every day. Read these brief, pithy thoughts...

Item No. 9781944967673 compiled and edited by Nicole M. Roccas Throughout Scripture and patristic writings, Christians are consistently enjoined to give thanks to God in all things. But it can be easy to forget to give thanks on a daily basis,...

Item No. 9781944967987 by Brandi Willis Schreiber The Orthodox Church's reverence for Mary the Mother of God can be a stumbling block for converts, and a fulfilling relationship with her can prove elusive for converts and lifelong Orthodox Christians...

Item No. 9781944967796 by Albert S. Rossi, PhD This deceptively small and simple book holds a great secret - the secret to achieving peace of mind in Christ. Beloved writer and teacher Dr. Al Rossi uses stories from his own life to illustrate the basic...

Item No. 9781936270996 by Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick Speaking to non-believers and believers alike, Fr. Andrew Damick attempts to create a sacred space in which we can encounter God. In this compact volume, he distills the essence of the traditional...

Item No. 9781955890021 by Andrew Stephen Damick The gospel of Jesus Christ is not about what Jesus can do for your life. It is not even the answer to the question, "How can I be saved?" It is the declaration of a victory. In His coming to earth, His...

Item No. 9781936270637 by Fr. James Guirguis At a time when so many disaffected Christians are trying to recreate the Church from scratch, Fr. James offers a clear and accessible apology for simply returning to what Christ’s Church was...

Item No. 9781944967420 illustrated by Megan Elizabeth Gilbert The Orthodox Christian experience is infused with beauty. God calls to us through the presence of beautiful things—from the elegant chalice that houses Christ's very body to the icons...

Item No. 9781936270002 by Fr. Peter Gilquist After a long and difficult journey, 2000 weary evangelical Protestants finally found their way home. This is the story of a handful of courageous men and their congregations who risked stable occupations,...

Item No. 9781936270507 by V. Rev. Patrick B. O’Grady Come, Let Us Worship walks the reader through the Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, explaining the meaning of each element and how the congregant may best participate in...

Item No. 9781955890649 by Krista Fedorchak & Delaney Clodfelter Planning your wedding and reception can seem overwhelming, with countless details hijacking your time and energy. In this wedding guide for engaged couples, authors Krista Fedorchak and...

Item No. 9781955890670 by Oswin (John) Craton The existence of "fools for Christ" in the Orthodox tradition mystifies many people, even some within the Orthodox Church itself. People often wonder what purpose these sometimes comical and oftentimes...

Item No. 9781944967017 by Fr. Michael Shanbour Over the centuries since the Great Schism between the Eastern and Western Churches, the two groups have diverged to the point that they often no longer understand each other’s vocabulary, let alone the...

Item No. 9781955890632 by Matthew Namee You've probably heard of St. Raphael Hawaweeny, St. Alexander Hotovitsky, liturgical translator Isabel Hapgood, and other righteous men and women who made their mark on the early development of Orthodoxy in America...

Item No. 9781888212235 By Fr. Theodore Pulcini A former Roman Catholic chronicles his own journey into Orthodoxy and examines the critical issues that influenced his decision—including papal authority, the filioque controversy, works salvation,...

Item No. 9781944967178 by Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick This new edition of the bestselling Orthodoxy & Heterodoxy is fully revised and significantly expanded. Major new features include a full chapter on Pentecostalism and the Charismatic movements...

Item No. 008211 This edition has a black paper cover with silver-tone stamping and cross. It was newly typeset in 2022, and is slightly larger than previous editions at 3.5 x 5.5 inches. This perennially popular handy pocket-size book contains the...

Item No. 000663 This edition has a sturdy red paper cover with gold-tone stamping and cross. It was newly typeset in 2022, and is slightly larger than previous editions at 3.5 x 5.5 inches. This perennially popular handy pocket-size book contains the...

Item No. 9781944967994 by Alexander Goussetis Developing a habit of prayer is crucial to the Christian life, but many people find the process confusing and intimidating. In this 28-day workbook, Fr. Alexander Goussetis breaks the process down into...

Item No. 9781944967857 by Melinda Johnson, Laura Jansson, Georgia Briggs, Molly Sabourin, Anna Neill, Summer Kinard, Katherine Bolger Hyde, and Melissa Naasko Written by a group of friends, ​Seven Holy Women​ is a one-of-a-kind journey into the lives...

Item No. 9781944967529 by Sylvia Leontaritis "A psalm is a city of refuge from the demons, a means of inducing help from the angels, a weapon in fears by night, a rest from toils by day, a safeguard for infants, an adornment for those at the height of...

Item No. 9781955890434 by +Bishop Alexei of Sitka and Alaska What is the spiritual significance of almsgiving in the life of a believer? Bishop Alexei of Sitka and Alaska (OCA) draws on a wealth of patristic and modern sources to explore why God commands...

Item No. 9781955890335 This large-print edition of The Ancient Faith Prayer Book includes an industry standard 16pt font on bright white paper. This edition is ideal for the visually impaired, late-night readers, or anyone who prefers reading larger...

Item No. 9781944967086 This large-print edition of The Ancient Faith Psalter includes an industry standard 16pt font on bright white paper. This edition is ideal for the visually impaired, late-night readers, or anyone who prefers reading larger...

Item No. 9781955890786 by Elissa Bjeletich Davis Each year after Pascha, the Orthodox Church celebrates the Holy Myrrhbearers, who cared for Jesus’ body after He was crucified. But myrrhbearing has a broader definition; it can serve as a metaphor...

Item No. 9781955890694 by Annalisa Boyd Annalisa Boyd knows motherhood—its challenges, its joys, and its potential for spiritual growth. In this prayer book she offers a wide selection of prayers mothers can use to intercede for their families as...

Item No. 9781955890069 by Rev. Paul Abernathy What do African American spirituality and Orthodox Christianity have in common? More than you might think. Drawing on both his own background as a biracial convert to Orthodoxy and historical resources that...

Item No. 9781955890205 by Matthew the Poor Part history, part theology, part devotional, The Story of Jesus explores the complete life and teachings of Our Lord from before His conception in the womb of Mary until His Ascension. Revered twentieth-century...

Item No. 9781955890199 by Stephen De Young In The Whole Counsel of God, popular writer and podcaster Fr. Stephen De Young gives an overview of what the Bible is and what is its place in the life of an Orthodox Christian, correcting many Protestant...

This title can only be ordered if shipping to a destination within the United States. Item No. 9781944967512 by Angela Doll Carlson The Philokalia - a collection of the best writings from Orthodox spiritual masters across many centuries - is a...

Item No. 9781944967703 by Dr. Eugenia Scarvelis Constantinou What does it mean to "think Orthodox"? What are the unspoken and unexplored premises and presumptions underlying what Christians believe? Orthodox Christianity is based on preserving the mind...

Item No. 9781888212280 by Matthew Gallatin This outstanding book will help Orthodox readers more deeply appreciate their faith and will give Protestant readers a more thorough understanding of the Church. Beginning in the street ministry days of the...

Item No. 9781944967819 by Fr. Evan Armatas Are you a new Orthodox Christian, confused about what you need to do to grow in your Faith? Or perhaps you've been Orthodox for some time but could use a refresher course in basic spirituality. Popular...

Item No. 9781944967215 by Rev. Antonios Kaldas & Ireni Attia Whether you are a young person embarking on the grand adventure of finding a life partner, or a member of a courting or engaged couple, Two Become One will help you be sure your partner...

Item No. 9781936270361 by Fr. Marc Dunaway A brief overview of Orthodoxy. Outlines the history of the Christian Church, with concise explanations and helpful at-a-glance timelines. Includes the Age of Persecution, the Age of Councils, the Great Schism,...