Three Books on Saint Luke the Physician

George Papageorgiou - From Crimea to the Stars: The Story of Saint Luke the Physician

Saint Luke was a remarkable man who blended his amazing talent for surgery, research, and drawing into a very influential personality. He had incredible physical endurance for work and during hardships, he was hard-working with a good work ethic, he was strong-willed, courageous, and kind-hearted, consistent, and responsible. He loved his people, especially those who suffered. Through all these traits, he was completely devoted to God, the Church, and his people.

George Papageorgiou - Saint Luke of Crimea and Albert Schweitzer

Saint Luke and Albert Schweitzer are two great figures who marked the 20th century with their presence. One of them exposed himself to illnesses and had a hard life working in the tropics, while th other worked in the freezing cold of Siberia, facing endless exiles and prison due to a totally atheistic regime. They both practiced medicine without anything to gain, either using modern means whenever possible, or using basic and quite primitive means whenever it was necessary. The combination of their Christian faith and medical knowledge revealed another form of love for people through their work. Although they belong to different worlds, they are united by the love they had for less fortunate people and by their eagerness to help others in need.

Metropolitan Nectarios (Antonopoulos) - Archbishop Luke: A Saint Pastor and Physician Surgeon

Discover the inspiring life of Saint Luke (Valentin Felixovich Voyno-Yasenetsky), a revered pastor, surgeon, and saint, through the compelling narrative presented by Metropolitan Nectarios of Argolis. In 16 detailed chapters, the life of this remarkable man unfolds, from his early years and education to his calling as a priest, his misfortunes and imprisonments, his exiles, and his unwavering commitment to the pastoral care of his people. Amidst war and hardship, Saint Luke continued his healing ministry, not only through the grace of the sacraments but also through his groundbreaking work in medicine, particularly as a pioneer in purulent surgery. Metropolitan Nectarios (Antonopoulos), a dedicated scholar of Saint Luke's life, takes readers on a journey through his struggles, triumphs, and his legacy as both a healer and spiritual leader. From his imprisonment for Christ to his significant role in ecclesiastical reorganization during the turbulent years of the 20th century, Saint Luke's life is a testament to faith, resilience, and compassion.