A Soldier Surrenders: The Conversion of Saint Camillus de Lellis (God's Forgotten Friends)
by Susan Peek
In A Soldier Surrenders, Susan Peek tells the captivating story of Saint Camillus de Lellis, a soldier who surrendered his turbulent life to God. From battles and addictions, he rose to establish a religious order devoted to caring for the sick and suffering. This biography illuminates his path to sainthood, offering hope and inspiration through one man's extraordinary conversion and selfless service.
About This Book
A Soldier Surrenders recounts the life of Saint Camillus de Lellis, a figure from the series God's Forgotten Friends. It explores his transformation from a rough soldier entangled in vice to a saintly caregiver.
The book highlights the power of divine grace in overcoming personal failings. Through historical accounts, it portrays Camillus's dedication to serving the ill and founding an order for their care.
Author Susan Peek presents this narrative to inspire readers with stories of forgotten saints whose lives demonstrate profound spiritual conversion.
This work emphasizes themes of forgiveness, service, and faith, drawing from the saint's own experiences in 16th-century Italy.
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