Volume V · Saints of Romania
Demetrius, the Shepherd with a Pure Heart
Saint Demetrius the New · feast day: 27 October
Demetrius was a poor child who looked after cattle in the fields. One day, he accidentally stepped on a bird's nest. He was very sorry. To remind himself to be careful and gentle, he went barefoot on that foot for a long time.
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.