The Desert Mothers: Spiritual Practices from the Women of the Wilderness

A historical and enlightening introduction to Desert Mothers and the wise spiritual lessons we can glean from their lives, trials and tribulations, and writings.

At the dawn of Christianity, holy women went into the wilderness of the desert of Northern Egypt to give themselves totally to lives of prayer. Explore the unique spirituality of Desert Mothers, and learn ways to apply their wisdom today.

“The Desert Mothers are often overshadowed by the better-known Desert Fathers, but these women...