Elder Porphyrios, a Greek monk and priest who died in 1991, and who was recently canonized as a Saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church, stands in the long tradition of charismatic spiritual guides in the Eastern Church which continues from the apostolic age down to figures such as Saint Seraphim of Sorov and Staretz Silouan in modern times. In this book he tells the story of his life and, in simple, deeply reflected and profoundly wise words, he expounds the Christian faith for today. this book was compiled after his death from an archive of notes and recordings of his reminiscences, conversations and words of guidance. First published in Greek in 2003. 253 pages.