Simonetta Carr Knihy

A profile of Athanasius, Bishop of Alexandria, who upheld traditional Christian faith in the Trinity when Arians challenged the Church's fundamental beliefs.

From armed bodyguard to galley slave, from loving husband and father to fiery preacher, John Knox was moved by a relentless passion for the honor of God and the purity of His truth and worship. Yet when he was a schoolboy growing up in the small Scottish town of Haddington, he could never have imagined that he would become a major leader of the powerful movement that transformed Scotland into one of the most committed Protestant countries in the world. Simonetta Carr tells the story of how this great Reformer, whose life began humbly, in a faraway, mysterious part of the world, influenced the church and its beliefs far beyond the borders of Scotland, shaping our thinking still today.

Outside of the people in the Bible, Augustine of Hippo is the most influential person in church history. Yet how many people know his story? In this book, Simonetta Carr introduces young readers to the life and ministry of Augustine. Readers will come to know Augustine's personal struggles and the high value he came to place on the Bible and truth. Readers will also see the difficult days in which Augustine lived, learning about his disputes with false teachers and the turbulent times during the fall of the Roman Empire. This volume is vividly illustrated, simply written, and full of interesting facts. It is written for young readers, but is sure to capture the interests of the whole family.

John Owen was a great Puritan preacher who lived in England. In this book, Simonetta Carr informs readers about Owen s life, revealing some of the things that interested him while in school, the care he showed to people when he became a pastor, and the influential books that he wrote. Readers will also come to understand the difficult times in which Owen lived, and how he handled the terrors of war and religious persecution. Full of illustrations and fascinating information, this is an ideal way for young readers to learn history

"Introduces children to the life of John Bunyan, author of The Pilgrim's Progress"--

God always intended to have a people to love: a church Jesus said nothing could destroy (Matthew 16:18). Simonetta shows how God has kept this promise for two thousand years.

The book offers an engaging introduction to John Calvin, one of the prominent Reformers of the Christian church, tailored for young readers. It explores his life from birth to death against the backdrop of the tumultuous sixteenth century. Through accessible language, children learn about Calvin's character, his unwavering devotion, and the challenges he faced, including the early Reformed church's struggles for identity amidst external threats. The narrative also provides insights into life in sixteenth-century Europe, making it a valuable resource for those interested in Reformed heritage.

Simonetta Carr focuses on the significance of women's questions throughout church history. You will be encouraged to discuss your own questions with one another, taking every thought captive to Christ.

Introduce a new generation of readers to the man who wrote the Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit. This book takes young readers through the exciting life of the man who created amazing new worlds and helps kids discover how he could see them. Explore the personal experiences and subjects that inspired Tolkien's stories through hands-on activities, and learn how he influenced his contemporaries as well as later writers. Provided by publisher