The Miracle of the Red Egg embroidery Much more than a mere

Much more than a mere study in comparative religion

The subjects covered reflect both Father Sophrony’s and the author’s personal and pastoral concerns and include prayer (particularly the Jesus Prayer)

illustrated

from the All-holy Theotokos herself to Saint Xenia

The Miracle of the Red Egg embroidery Much more than a mereby Elizabeth Crispina Johnson, illustrated by Daria Fisher At Pascha, Orthodox all over the world dye and bless red eggs. Here is the story of how this tradition startedway back in apostolic times, with St. Mary Magdalene and a blessed miracle that dazzled the unbelieving Roman emperor with the reality and power of Christ's Resurrection. Age Range: 5 12 years Author: Elizabeth Crispina Johnson Illustrator: Daria Fisher Hardcover: 32 pages