A Visit to the Monastery

This book recounts a sunny, prayerful day as visitors gather at St Anna Monastery to celebrate St Anna’s feast day. Children participate in a procession, liturgy, and a feast afterwards. They get a glimpse into the lives of the sisters there as they get to see the monastery beehives, chickens, and icon studio. After vespers, they leave the monastery tired and peaceful. Every page is filled with sunny watercolors, and the book concludes with a page of simple prayers for little ones to memorize.

Written by Pamela Hutchings and illustrated by Marian Adams. We hope this book will encourage families to visit the beautiful Orthodox monasteries all around the country! Available in hardcover and paperback.