Martin of Porres: The Servant Who Changed a City (Our Friends the Saints Book 6)

He was rejected by his father, marginalized by his society, and turned away at the doors of the convent. So, he asked to be the janitor.

In seventeenth-century Lima, Peru, Martin of Porres was mixed-race, illegitimate, and poor. When he knocked on the doors of the Dominican priory, the authorities told him he didn’t belong. Instead of walking away, Martin picked up a broom. He swept the floors, washed the sick, and fed the destitute.
But God had other plans for this hidden servant.
Through Martin’s quiet humility, the extraordinary became ordinary. He healed the sick, read hearts in confession, and even brought peace to the stray dogs, cats, and mice of the city. Yet his greatest miracle wasn’t bilocation or physical healing. It was his ability to find profound holiness in the dust of everyday life.
Our Friends the Saints: Saint Martin of Porres is not a dry biography. It is an invitation to friendship. For teenagers navigating the pressures of social media, the pain of rejection, or the feeling of not fitting in, Martin offers a radical alternative. He proves that true greatness isn’t found in being seen, but in the quiet, unglamorous moments of everyday life. He shows us that holiness doesn’t require a perfect family or a spotless reputation—it just requires a willing heart.

What you will find inside:

• Vivid Storytelling: Experience Martin’s life through immersive scenes and natural dialogue, not dry dates and facts.
• Deeply Human Struggles: Discover how Martin battled an eighteen-year spiritual darkness and the jealousy of his peers, proving that saints are real people who had to choose grace every single day.
• Practical Spiritual Tools: Includes original prayers, historical snapshots, and “Try This This Week” challenges to help readers apply Martin’s virtues to their daily routines.
• Group Resources: Features ten thoughtful discussion questions perfect for families, youth groups, Catholic schools, and Confirmation classes.