St. Monica and the Power of Persistent Prayer

Love reading non-fiction Cathomic books. I have learned so much through the power of prayers through St. Monica. A fearless mother.

Great value

A wonderful story of one magnificent woman now known as St. Monica. Her life was not easy and there was much she prayed for, especially her errant son, who was brilliant but rebellious. It took almost her lifetime, but her prayers for him were answered resoundingly when he became a great doctor in the church and ultimately, after his death (and hers) the magnificent St. Augustine. The persistence of her prayer was evident throughout the book, and the author encourages parents via reflections and meditations cultivate the same virtues in prayer. An easy read.

I loved this book! It was balm for my heart! I have a 14 year old boy who is going through all the typical teen drama, but has decide not to be Catholic anymore when he had been raised from birth at Sunday mass with the church part of his entire life. He has received all his sacraments, but has turned away. St. Monica through this book gave me peace in my heart to just pray and wait on God to return my little "Agustine" back to our faith. I'm beleiving this is just a phase and will pass. In the meantime I will follow the example of St Monica and persevere in my faith. Sweet book!!!!!!

I have been interested in St. Monica since buying picture books of saints as a child. I have discovered I was aptly named by my father. I enjoyed discovering St. Monica's history, and that of her son. The prayers included in the book were well received. She has become a revered friend.

Overall it was okay, but DEFINITELY not worth the price. It’s only 123 pages of reading and the font is large. You can finish it within an hour. If you’re looking for stuff on St. Monica, you won’t find it. Most of the book is on the life of the writers! It gets very boring. This is too small and NOT worth the price. If you get it, you’ll be saying the same thing.

Previously ordered one for my wife elsewhere, and she insisted this what one of our son needs to get him through his issues. Easy to read, follow and understand. My wife refers to it every day and continues to grow in her faith. Recommend highly! Our several prayers have been answered in one fashion or another.

Thoughtful book on St Monica and St Augustine. Easy to read but very thought provoking.

Great inspirational book! I loved the short chapters and the way the book is written, it’s perfect for using it as prayer.