My Name Is Philomena: A Saint's Story

I cannot even put into words how special this book is. My children and I have a special devotion to St. Philomena and we all have fallen even more in love with her and her inspirational faith, courage and love for Jesus. Through breath-taking illustrations and simple to understand poetic lines, her story is beautifully told! A must have for every Christian home!

I bought this book at the Norbertine monastery in Tehachapi, simply because I liked the look of the cover as it sat on the shelf. What a pleasant surprise for all of us when we got home and opened it up to find such a moving story and lovely illustrations! My daughters (9 and 7) have been reading it multiple times every day since we got it. I will immediately be interested in any other material produced by Fr. Peregrine. This is my new top recommendation for friends with children (or grandchildren)!

I really appreciate the way this book is written and illustrated. It makes the comparison of her sufferings to Jesus' in a very sensitive way. Perfect for children!

This book is an absolute gem. From the moment I opened it, I was captivated—not only by the compelling storytelling but by the stunning illustrations that bring St. Philomena’s story to life in such a vibrant and reverent way. The way her story is told is both accessible and inspiring, making it perfect for children, teens, and adults alike. Each page is rich with meaning, yet easy to follow, gently drawing the reader deeper into her courageous journey. The illustrations are breathtaking, each one feels like a prayer in color. They capture both the innocence and the power of Philomena’s faith in a way that words alone never could. This isn’t just a book—it’s a beautiful offering of devotion.

I love this book!! Exceptionally written and easy to understand. I also enjoyed the art work. Thank you Fr. Peregrine!! Look forward to buying more of your books!!

St. Philomena is my Confirmation Saint, and I love telling others about her! As a teacher of young children, however, I often had difficulty explaining her story in a way that would not be frightening for them. I myself fell in love with Philomena as a child because of a coloring book about her, but I have been unable to find that book or any other child-friendly material about her - until now. I am extremely excited to be able to share this book with my students to introduce them to such an incredible Saint!

Fr. Peregrine is woven this incredible story and somehow made it children-appropriate. St. Philomena is a powerhouse of a saint that many people do not know about and Fr. Peregrine brings to life the story of this incredible woman. Plus, he wrote and illustrated it! Job well done Fr. Peregrine!

Enjoyed very much.

This book is well-written and beautiful. It is a great read-aloud for the whole family, and the pictures are so captivating the littles love to just sit and browse. I bought this book months ago on a pre-buy. Since then, I have encouraged others to do the same and have given it to my goddaughter as well. St. Philomena has made herself known to our family in special ways and I love that a book came out to help me share her story with my younger audience. I lost my father this past year and that has taught me that grief has many side-effects. All bring a level of suffering, some small, some seem unbearable. Though it is not necessarily the intention of this book, each page can, in my experience, be used independently as a meditation. They have helped me unite my hurting heart with that of Our dear Lord, and also find a close friend in one who suffered so great for love of Him. I highly recommend adding this book to your collection and maybe getting extras for Easter gifts or Christmas, or birthdays, sacraments or sacrament anniversaries! Lots of excuses to gift this treasure.

It is a beautiful book! The drawings are very well done, the material seems to be of good quality and I like it for its hard sheets to protect from younger children. I wanted to share the story of this Saint with all my children and for them to see something with their own eyes. Only her martyrdom is not complete. Since she was finally beheaded and some more details. I told my children that later because it is not mentioned in this story. But I considered it important because of the size of this saint and the miracles she has done and continues to do in the Church, her example of love for chastity and purity but above all the courage that God is first before even her life, he turned his back on honor, power, pleasure and possession. This is a very important example for the times that are approaching for all of us Catholics.

My purchase was a gift. Recipient’s are enjoying the book!

Thank you, Father Peregrine Fletcher! My 4 year old, 2 year old, and I love your book about St Philomena. I cannot get through it without getting choked up. It is such a treasure in our home! Thank you, I believe the Holy Ghost will use your book to inspire a great many holy vocations in the hearts of children everywhere.