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David Adam is the Vicar of Holy Island (Lindisfarne, off Scotland), where his work involves ministering to thousands of pilgrims and other visitors. He was born in Alnwick, Northumberland, and worked as a coal miner before being ordained. Copyright © David Adam 1993. Illustrations Copyright © Jean Freer 1993. All rights reserved. Published in England under by SPCK, Holy Trinity Church, Marylebone Road, London NW1 4DU, U.K. __________________ Have you received Christ as your Lord and Saviour? Find out how to do so on our page: Plan of Salvation __________________ Tell others about Jesus like Cuthbert did: Though not all Christians are called to the ministry of an Evangelist or of a Missionary Bishop, we are all called by God to share our faith (witness) with those who are not Christians. Some Bible verses that you will find helpful for doing this, and that you may want to commit to memory are found on other pages on our web site (see: Memory Verses; 2nd Set: Salvation!, Plan of Salvation, and Statement of Faith). _________________
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-The Venerable Bede (writing of Cuthbert in his book: The Ecclesiastical History of the English People) Celtic Spirituality St. Cuthbert (634-687 A.D.) is a central figure in Celtic Christianity whose influence is still felt throughout the country. David Adam tells his story, drawing out the qualities which make him so important today. Each chapter contains a new, specially composed prayer by David Adam so that we can all experience for ourselves the direct force of Celtic Spirituality. This part of our heritage is seen vividly in Cuthbert, with his ready sense of God's presence and eager response to nature. Fire of the North is beautifully illustrated by Jean Freer showing the dramatic landscapes which form the backdrop to Cuthbert's life. Line drawings of Celtic symbols and pictures make this special book ideal for anyone interested in Celtic Britain. (-from the Back Cover). Our Comments: Fire of the North tells the inspiring story of the life of Cuthbert. He worked as a shepherd, became a Monk as a teenager because of, and at the time of Aidan's death. He became a religious Hermit and was noted for his love of God's creatures. He tried to save the Eider Duck from extinction (and did; they're still around today), so he may be considered the world's first conservationist. He was appointed as a Celtic missionary Bishop of Holy Island (Lindisfarne) and spent two years traveling among and preaching in missionary evangelism to the Northern English. After this he retired to his beloved hermitage for one last year before he went home to be with the Lord. He was only 53 years old when he died. -The Prayer Foundation Monks ™ ______________________________ See Also: Memory Verses; 2nd Set: Salvation! Statement of Faith ______________________________ |
Fire of the North is available to Supporters of The Prayer Foundation.™ For more information on how to obtain your own personal copy, and for a list of other Gifts available to our Supporters, go to our page: Gifts For Contributors! ______________________________ Best Video (Documentary) on Cuthbert: Memorable Leaders In Christian History: Cuthbert ______________________________ Other Books by David Adam Reviewed on This Site: Flame In My Heart: St Aidan for Today ______________________________ Related Pages: Favorite Monks: Cuthbert (of Lindisfarne) Movie Review: Memorable Leaders In Christian History: Aidan Favorite Monks: Aidan of Lindisfarne Favorite Monks: The Venerable Bede Venerable Bede Translating John (Painting by J. D. Penrose) Celtic Pages ______________________________
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Cover Photograph: St.
Cuthbert's Island by David Adam. Cover design: Studio21
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