Father John holding the books Closer and Seeds of Faith in a warm study
Two books · Ten minutes a day

Draw closer to God. Plant faith in the ones you love.

Gentle, simple devotionals from Father John. One for your own heart, one for the children and grandchildren you pray for.

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The book Closer on a wooden table with a candle and a rosary
For your own heart · 40 days

Closer

Finding your way back to the heart of God, ten minutes at a time. For anyone whose faith feels a little far away.

  • 40 daily reflections, each with a Scripture passage
  • A daily prayer, practice and small act of love
  • A 2-minute version for your busiest days
  • Spiritual Growth Tracker to see your progress
$13.99One-time · instant download
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The book Seeds of Faith on a kitchen table with a teacup and a small plant
For your family · 30 moments

Seeds of Faith

A family devotional for mothers & grandmothers: 30 ten-minute moments to plant a faith your little ones will carry for life.

  • 30 Bible stories told simply for children
  • Questions for little ones and for bigger kids
  • An easy activity and a short prayer to say together
  • 5 bonuses, including printable prayer cards
$12.99One-time · instant download
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Father John holding the book Closer under a stone arch
Closer · A 40-day journey

You still believe. It just feels like God is far away.

You don't need more time. You need a path, and someone to walk it with you. Each day takes about ten minutes.

1
ReadA short, warm reflection with a real-life story.
2
ListenOne passage from Scripture to carry with you.
3
PracticeOne concrete step. Busy day? Do the 2-minute version.
4
Love & prayOne small act of kindness, a closing prayer, and a tick in your tracker.
Start your 40 days · $13.99
Father John holding Seeds of Faith in a bright kitchen
Seeds of Faith · For mothers & grandmothers

Little by little, love becomes faith.

You don't need to be a theologian to teach a child about God. You just need ten minutes, a story and a little love. Each moment is ready to use.

1
Tell the storyA Bible story written to be read aloud to little ones.
2
Talk about itOne question for the little ones, one for the bigger kids.
3
Do it togetherA simple activity at home, plus a 1-minute version.
4
PrayA short prayer children can learn by heart, and a note just for Grandma.
Plant the first seed · $12.99
The Nativity in 4 EveningsA Christmas surprise to read by the tree.
Prayer Cards for the FridgePrintable prayers the whole family can see.
Grandma's Video Call GuideShare the moments even from far away.
Start Here: The 7 Best MomentsNot sure where to begin? Start with these.
Family Tick-SheetLet the children tick off every moment.
The books Closer and Seeds of Faith side by side on a bookshelf
Better together

One for you. One for them.

Closer helps you find your own way back to God. Seeds of Faith helps you pass that faith on. Start with the one you need most today.

Closer$13.99 → Seeds of Faith$12.99 →
“Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.”
James 4:8
Father John reading by a sunny window
Meet your guide

Hi, I'm Father John.

I spend my days talking with people who love God but feel like they've lost the way back to Him, and with mothers and grandmothers who want the little ones they love to know Him too.

What I've learned is simple: God never moved away. We just need small, faithful steps. That's what these books are: ten minutes a day, no guilt, only grace.

Father John is a digital character created to share Christian faith in a simple, everyday way. These books are companions for personal and family prayer and do not replace your parish, the sacraments or spiritual direction.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Which book should I start with?

If you want to grow closer to God yourself, start with Closer. If you want to share faith with your children or grandchildren, start with Seeds of Faith.

How much time do I need?

About ten minutes a day. Both books also include a shorter version for the busy days.

Are these books Catholic?

Father John is a Catholic priest character, and Closer draws on Catholic prayer and tradition. Seeds of Faith is built on Bible stories, so any Christian family will feel at home with it.

What ages is Seeds of Faith for?

The stories are written for young children, and every moment has a second question for older kids, so brothers, sisters and cousins of different ages can join in together.

What format are the files?

The books are PDFs you can read on any phone, tablet or computer, or print at home. The Closer tracker is a spreadsheet that works in Excel and Google Sheets.

How do I receive my book?

Right after checkout, Gumroad emails you a download link. You can also find your files anytime in your Gumroad library.

What if I miss a day?

Just pick up where you left off. This is a journey, not a test.

Father John holding both books on a sunny porch
Your first step

Ten minutes today can change a whole family tomorrow.

Pick the book that fits your heart right now. I'll be with you every step of the way.

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