The Twelve Parables

<p><em>The Twelve Parables</em> is a vivid full colour picture book illustrated by eight year old Elena Merlino from Powell River Canada. Elena enjoys parables because they are profound stories that teach us how to follow God and be good people.</p><p>"I pray that this book will touch the minds and hearts of all who read it and contemplate Elena's artistic works."<br />- Fr. Robert Cross Diocese of Geraldton Western Australia</p><p>"It gives me great pleasure to recommend this version of Our Lord's parables. Elena has succeeded in drawing some very effective and powerful depictions of these foundational gospel instructions. May this book inspire many to learn once again the lessons of salvation Jesus gave in these parables."<br />- Fr. Patrick Tepoorten Pastor Church of the Assumption Powell River BC</p>