A Prayer from the Heart: Tammy Fernando

Life is sweeter with friends, but Chris is struggling to make one. A new girl shows up in his class, but whenever Chris tries to talk to her, he can barely speak. Just when friendship looks impossible, Chris finds the courage he needs. A must-read for shy little ones.

Testimonials

"A beautiful children's story! I started reading this book to my daughter, and by the second page, my sons had gathered to listen too. When I got to the first picture of the Holy Trinity, everyone had a comment: 'That one is God the Father, that one is God the Son, and there is the Holy Spirit!' They then had a mini discussion about what the Holy Spirit was doing for Chris in the picture before we carried on with the story. As I read the last line, all three asked if I could read the next story about Chris! They loved Curly the tortoise too!"

Wendy Fannon, mother and homeschooler

"A Prayer from the Heart is a wonderful tale of friendship and trust in our all-loving God. The beautiful images and descriptions of the Blessed Trinity that are depicted throughout the story help to explain to children the attributes of the three Divine Persons in a very concrete way. I thoroughly recommend this book to families who are wishing to grow in their faith and love of God."

Madeleine Carroll, mother and author of faith-filled children's books, including Ephraim's Gladness and A Joyful Noise One Silent Night

"Making friends can be difficult for children. But there's one Friend Who is always with us . . . a Friend we can always rely on. And we can ask Him anything . . . as long as we pray from the heart. This sweet coming-of-age book by Tammy Fernando teaches children that God not only hears all our prayers but also delights in answering them."

Allia Zobel Nolan, bestselling author of God Made Us Just Right, What I Like About You, and more.

"A Prayer from the Heart is a tender reminder to children that God cares intimately for each of us and takes joy in fulfilling the desires of our hearts."

Carolyn Astfalk, author of contemporary Catholic fiction

Testimonies from Children

Joy (age 5) said that the story is wonderful! She liked when Chris wants to dance with Shani and when Zanna dresses up. She also liked the characters and Curly the tortoise.

Lucy (age 9) noticed the Trinity on each page. She liked the story because it shows us God always hears our prayers no matter what and He will answer them. She felt happy for Chris when he got friends in the end.

Rebekah (age 11) thought the story was really good and very imaginative. She said it shows how God will always answer your prayers. She felt like the story captures how kids sometimes feel shy when they first meet each other. She said she could relate to that.