Volume V · Saints of Romania
Callinicus, the Merciful Father of Cernica
Saint Callinicus of Cernica · feast day: 11 April
Callinicus was born in Bucharest long ago. While still young, he went to Cernica Monastery and became a monk. He was very obedient and very kind. Everything he received, he shared with the poor.
The story continues in volume V, “Saints of Romania”: told in full, illustrated, with everything that follows it.
What you'll find in the book about this story
- A short version for little ones (ages 4–7), to read at bedtime in a few minutes.
- The full story for older children, from age 8, with every part of it.
- Questions for family discussion so the story travels from the ears to the heart.
- A short prayer that a child can say on their own.
- A good deed to try together during the week ahead.