Capers and Harry - High ClimbingA vain and self centered cat learns humility. In attempting to match the antics of a squirrel, Capers strands himself up in a tree. Harry, his bloodhound pal, and Fearless, the fire duck come to the rescue. Good Neighbors is a series of whimsical animal stories, about a community of animals living near the Duck Pond. These books teach core values and the character traits of 'good neighbors.' These books are written by Mother Melania, with jewel like

The Arena is one of the most important and accessible texts of Orthodox Christian teaching on the spiritual life

the need to have a conscious Orthodox Faith

repeatedly saw the sanctity that he imparted to all around him

the ancient ministry of the God-bearing elder is a divine gift to the contemporary church

he spent his years of eldership at the Church of the Vladimir Icon in Optina Monastery

Her life in Imperial Russia began in a whirlwind of dazzling social engagements

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but the imagery and principles set forth are as ancient (and relevant) as those written by the 6th century instructor of monks

The field is a place of cultivation and of battle

and expression of deepest longing for all-sweetest Jesus

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