The Life of Faustina Kowalska: The Authorized Biography [Paperback]

Sister Sophia Michalenko (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 25, 1999

The extraordinary visions of this humble Polish nun gave rise to the Divine Mercy devotion, which has become increasingly popular among Catholics today. This authorized biography (formerly titled Mercy My Mission), includes many excerpts from Faustina's famous diary. Whether read alone or as a study aid to reading the diary itself, this book is an inspiring and reliable introduction to this remarkable twentieth-century saint.

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About the Author

SISTER SOPHIA MICHALENKO, a co-foundress of the Community of the Mother of God of Tenderness, currently ministers at the Pope John Paul II Center for Health Care in Danbury, Connecticut. She is by profession an educator. During the 1980s, she devoted herself to researching, editing, and translating various Divine Mercy materials, including the Diary of Blessed Faustina Kowalska in both Polish and English. She is often requested to speak about Blessed Faustina's life and mission.

Product Details

• Paperback: 280 pages
• Publisher: Servant Books (May 25, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569551537
• ISBN-13: 978-1569551530
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #218,628 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #60 in Books > Christian Books & Bibles > Congregations & Orders

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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great biography, January 6, 2000

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This review is from: The Life of Faustina Kowalska: The Authorized Biography (Paperback)

This is the first item about Blessed Faustina Kowalska that I have read, and it was a very well-written book which provided much information into her life. I recommend reading this biography before beginning Sr. Faustina's diary, as it will give you some insight into her life and how Christ appeared to her. It's not too long, but it gives the complete story of her life and is easy reading. This book inspired me to read her diary.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, Engrossing Biography, March 27, 2006

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This review is from: The Life of Faustina Kowalska: The Authorized Biography (Paperback)

This is a wonderful book! The author does an excellent job creating an interesting biography that flows well and helps the reader understand the life and spirituality of a truly amazing Saint.

This book is based on St. Faustina's diaries. However, where the diaries are massive and don't always flow in a way that is easy to digest [they are not chronological], this biography organizes the diaries and what they contain in such a way that it is easy to read without losing any of the authenticity of what Saint Faustina wrote about her life and her relationship with Christ.

In addition to a really fascinating story, this biography is great spiritual reading. I knew a little about St. Faustina and the Divine Mercy devotion before I started the book, but I have found her life to be extremely inspiring and I think I have had a lot of spiritual growth reading this book - coming to understand Divine Mercy and to understand what Sister Faustina went through to bring it to us - wow. Its just amazing.

So, I highly recommend this book both for your reading enjoyment [its a great story!] and for your spiritual edification! You can't lose either way. :)

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars How can one person change the world?, July 16, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: The Life of Faustina Kowalska: The Authorized Biography (Paperback)

Sophia Michalenko has captured the grace and beauty of a saint. The Life of Faustina Kowalska was so inspiring that I went out and purchased her diary. This book has help me both spirtually and mentally. It worth reading and meditating on.