Ancient Faith Stories (Video)

Within every heart is a hidden garden. We can neglect it until the weeds take over and the flowers wither and die. Or, with the help of Christ, we can care for it and make it a place of beauty, grace, and joy. This charming parable will encourage children (and adults) to open the gate to Christ and tend the garden of their heart with loving care. Published in 2013 by Ancient Faith Publishing, written by Jane G. Meyer and illustrated by Masha Lobastov, animated and brought to life by our friends at Other Brother Studios.

When God made Elina, He pulled moonlight from the north, starlight from the south, sunlight from the east, and candlelight from the west. He planted the four lights around the steadfast soil of her soul, and beaming with gladness, God said, Elina, pray. Every child around the globe is specially made by God with a unique set of virtues, talents, and interests. What beautiful things was God thinking when He made you? Published in 2016 by Ancient Faith Publishing, written by Jane G. Meyer and illustrated by Megan Elizabeth Gilbert, animated and brought to life by our friends at Other Brother Studios.

Young Romanos is devoted to Christ and His Mother and longs to be able to sing his praises to them. But when he tries, his voice croaks and the words won’t come. The other cantors make fun of him—until one miraculous Christmas Eve. First published in 2013 by Ancient Faith Publishing, written by Jane G. Meyer and illustrated by Dorrie Papademetriou, animated and brought to life by our friends at Other Brother Studios.

Matthew's excited to visit a monastery. A monk there is teaching him to paint icons! Matthew learns about sketching images, mixing pigments, and painting all the layers of the sacred images. And when he gets home, he finds a surprise gift just for him. Journey with Matthew to the monastery! Published in 2015 by Ancient Faith Publishing, written by Nick Muzekari and illustrated by Masha Lobastov, animated and brought to life by our friends at Other Brother Studios.

Abigail is happy on the island of Inisheer, but God has other plans for her! An angel asks Abigail to search for nine white deer in the woods across the sea. When she finds them, Abigail will also find the place where God wants her to be. Count with Abigail as she journeys to find those nine white deer! Published in 2021 by Ancient Faith Publishing, written by Melinda Johnson and illustrated by Amandine Wanert, animated and brought to life by our friends at Other Brother Studios.

Enjoy this dramatic reading of Lucia, Saint of Light, a picture book that introduces the reader to Saint Lucia’s life and the traditions that have grown up around her. Warm pencil illustrations accompany the story and are by the wonderful Daria Fisher. First published in 2008 by Conciliar Press--now Ancient Faith Publishing--we encourage you to grab your book and read along with the story! Saint Lucia’s feast day is on December 13th and celebrated worldwide, especially in Sweden!

A monk prays deep in the forest. It looks like he is doing just simple, ordinary tasks, such as chopping wood and tending to his garden. But as he works he is really growing prayer. Enjoy this classic, prayerful story, first published in 2003 by Ancient Faith Publishing, written and illustrated by the wonderful Claire Brandenburg, animated and brought to life by our friends at Other Brother Studios.