Volume V · Saints of Romania
Stephen the Great, the Prince Who Built Churches
Saint Stephen the Great · feast day: 2 July
Stephen the Great was the prince of Moldavia more than five hundred years ago. He defended his country with great courage. Before every battle, however, he prayed to God. When he won, he thanked God instead of boasting.
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.