Treasures of the Snow and Beyond: The Gift of Patricia St. John’s Stories | Episode 279
In this episode from the archive, Carole Joy Seid spotlights Patricia St. John, one of the best Christian children’s authors of all time. Patricia beautifully incorporates biblical truth into her writing that leaves a lasting impression on children and adults alike. Carol shares a biographical sketch of Patricia St. John and some of her favorite books by the author. Lots of recommendations of standout books like “Treasures of the Snow” and “Star of Light” are included in this episode. We encourage you to add St. John’s books to your home libraries to inspire and nurture their children’s faith.
For a full list of books included in this episode, see our blog here!
In this episode, you will hear about:
- Patricia St. John’s journey as a nurse, missionary, and beloved children’s author
- A joyful, Christ-centered upbringing that inspired a lifetime of ministry and storytelling
- Timeless children’s classics like Treasures of the Snow and Star of Light
- Nonfiction works that help children know God and grow in prayer
- Inspiring biographies of Lilias Trotter, Harold St. John, and other faithful Christians
- The importance of reading her unabridged editions for their full beauty and depth
Listen in.
Books mentioned in this episode:
Children’s Books by Patricia St. John:
- Treasures of the Snow
- Star of Light
- Three Go Searching
- Where the River Begins
- Tanglewood’s Secret
Biblically Set/Nonfiction Books for Children:
- The Runaway
- Twice Freed
- A Young Person’s Guide to Knowing God
- Prayer Is: Building a Friendship with God
Books Based on Her Later Ministry:
- A Courageous Journey: The Story of a Family’s Will to Survive
- Nothing Else Matters (also published as If You Love Me: A Story of Forgiveness)
Biographies by Patricia St. John:
- Lilyas Trotter (Biography of Lilias Trotter)
- Harold St. John: A Portrait by His Daughter (about her father Harold St. John)
Other Mentioned Books:
- Patricia St. John Tells Her Own Story (Autobiography; Scottish edition)
- An Ordinary Woman’s Extraordinary Faith (another title for her autobiography, published by Harold Shaw Press)
- Life Everlasting: A Better Way to Live (originally A Missionary Muses on the Creed)
More about Carole’s favorite authors:
- The Wide World of Children’s Literature | Episode 85
- The Innocence of Lois Lenski | Episode 153
- Influential Homeschooling Books | Episode 231
- Cultivating a Love of Reading with Classics and Trusted Authors with Jan Bloom | Episode 264
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