Saint Philomena

Saint Philomena (The Girl with the Flower Crown) by Mirette Abraham, illustrated by Lidia Abdallah, is a children's book that tells the story of St Philomena in simple rhyme.

St Philomena was a young princess who gave her life to Christ. When she was asked to marry an evil king, she refused and stayed faithful in her love for God. She kept her eyes on heaven while the king and his men persecuted her, and in the end she was martyred.

Her zeal for God and her courage in trials, young as she was, are an example to us all. We all have fears, and facing the unknown can feel daunting. But God fills us with His peace when we stay faithful to Him and keep our eyes on heaven.

St Philomena's story reminds us that our Lord never leaves us. Even when things seem impossible, He stands waiting with heaven's doors wide open, eager to welcome us home.

Book details

• Author: Mirette Abraham
• Illustrator: Lidia Abdallah
• Format: Printed book, 8 x 8 in
• Pages: 22
• Published: 2025, St Shenouda Press