St. Martin de Porres Minibook

Saint Martin de Porres Minibook is a 36-page printed Catholic saint biography by Bob and Penny Lord, published by Journeys of Faith. This concise minibook introduces Saint Martin de Porres as the Apostle of Charity and Saint of the Slaves, making it useful for personal reading, parish study, and Catholic gift giving.

Unlike longer saint books, this printed minibook offers a focused overview that is easy to read in short sessions while still giving essential historical and devotional context. It connects Saint Martin with the spiritual history of Lima, Peru, including Saint Rose of Lima and Saint Toribio de Mogrovejo, helping readers understand how these saints are interwoven in the Dominican tradition.

• Printed minibook format with 36 pages for quick reference and devotional reading
• Written by Catholic authors Bob and Penny Lord
• Covers Saint Martin de Porres as Apostle of Charity and Saint of the Slaves
• Includes context on Lima, Peru, Saint Rose of Lima, and the Dominican charism
• Features accounts of well-known miracles, including the Miracle of the Mice

Martin was born to John de Porres, a Spanish nobleman and Knight of the Order of Alcantara, and Anna Velazquez, a free Black woman. His early life was marked by hardship, poverty, and social prejudice, yet his witness of humility and charity continues to make him a meaningful confirmation saint and model of Christian service.

Compared to general Catholic prayer books or broad saints collections, this minibook is especially helpful when you want a dedicated resource for feast day reflection, classroom discussion, RCIA enrichment, or learning about saints associated with charity, healing, and mercy.