True Cross History Minibook

Origin of the True Cross is a printed, staple-bound Catholic minibook by Bob and Penny Lord, published by Journeys of Faith. It presents the tradition of the True Cross through documented pilgrimage research in Rome and Florence, making it a practical resource for personal study, parish reading, or gift giving.

• Printed minibook format for easy reading, carrying, and sharing
• Authors Bob and Penny Lord trace the tradition from Adam and the Garden of Eden through sermons attributed to Saint Anthony
• Includes Saint Helena’s search for the True Cross and her return to Rome with the relic tradition
• Covers the Miracle of the Cross connected with Constantine’s conversion and the Church’s release from persecution
• Based on travel to the Church of the Holy Cross of Jerusalem in Rome and Santa Croce in Florence

Unlike a general Catholic history summary, this minibook focuses specifically on the origin, discovery, and miracles associated with the True Cross. Compared to longer saint books or academic texts, the concise printed format makes it easier to use during novena preparation, RCIA study, feast day reflection, or quiet prayer time at home.

Readers looking for Catholic books on relics, Church history, Saint Helena, Constantine, Eucharistic faith, or Marian devotion will find clear context and a focused narrative. This printed edition is suited for home libraries, parish book tables, and those who prefer a physical booklet over an Amazon Kindle version.