Saint John Masias: Marvelous Dominican Gatekeeper of Lima, Peru

Read the life of a little known wonderworker saint in the New World—St. John Masias—as written from “The Storyteller of the Saints!”

St. John was a missionary to the New World, where he underwent many trials and had many adventures. He fought the devil himself, levitated, worked miracles, prophesied, and even held the hand of the Child Jesus! In his life, a million souls were freed from Purgatory, and uncountable graces were distributed through him. All these historical facts are retold in way that is perfectly suited to children and instills in them a love for the great adventure that is sainthood. In St. John’s story, your children with engage with the saint and his deep love for God and for others.

Mary Fabyan Windeatt, known as the “Storyteller of the Saints”, wrote 20 works on the saints in the mid-20th century. Windeatt’s intention and style retells the lives of the saints in a historically rooted and creative manner that makes the saints more personable and relatable, serving as inspiration and models for children who hear these wonderful stories. Her exciting account of the life of the holy Dominican brother, St. John Masias, will illuminate the power of the grace of God to your children!

Ideal for all children, whether read by them or aloud to them, the lessons of this book are applicable and relatable to all ages. If your child is enrolled in TAN Academy, this book is an excellent option for easy-reading literature for Kindergarten through 3rd Grade.