Once, upon a bridge in Alençon, France, an ordinary man met an ordinary woman, and they fell extraordinarily in love. One Holy Marriage is a beautifully illustrated picture book biography that tells the true story of Saints Louis and Zélie Martin, the first married couple in history to be canonized together by the Catholic Church. Through tender prose and vivid imagery, this book invites readers of all ages into the quiet, faithful, and deeply loving life shared by the parents of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, the beloved Little Flower. Rooted in the grace of the sacrament of Marriage, their story is a timeless witness to holiness lived out in the ordinary moments of family life.

Why You'll Love It

• Brings to life the extraordinary faith of two canonized saints through an accessible, story-driven format
• Celebrates the beauty and sanctity of Catholic marriage in a way that resonates with both children and adults
• Echoes G.K. Chesterton's beloved insight: "The most extraordinary thing in the world is an ordinary man and an ordinary woman and their ordinary children."
• Warmly illustrated to engage young readers while moving the hearts of parents and grandparents alike
• Published by Ignatius Press, a trusted name in faithful Catholic literature

Product Details

• Format: Hardcover picture book
• Publisher: Ignatius Press
• ISBN: 9781505128758
• Subject: Saints Louis and Zélie Martin, Catholic marriage, family holiness
• Condition: New

Perfect For...

• Children learning about the lives of the saints
• Families seeking faith-filled read-alouds
• First Communion gifts
• Catholic school and religious education classrooms
• Feast day celebrations for Saints Louis and Zélie Martin (July 12)

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