S.T. Martin is Le Ministre d’Affaires du Royaume (the Minister of the Kingdom’s Affairs) for Le Royaume Béni des Ste. Jeanne et Ste. Thérèse (the Kingdom Blessed of St. Joan and St. Thérèse). He is also a self-published Catholic author and self-described missionary in exile. He holds degrees from Princeton and Yale Universities. S.T. Martin is also a member of the Catholic Writers Guild.
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Fleur-Darc, a one-volume compilation of S.T. Martin’s first five books below and published under his real name, Walter Adams. For those interested in all of S.T.’s writings, this book is a must have!
Looking to pick through S.T.’s themes bit by bit? Visit The Dove and Rose (St. Joan and St. Thérèse) Book Store for all of S.T. Martin’s books! (Or, just shop below)
Journey to Christendom by S.T. Martin in paperback
Seek First the Kingdom by S.T. Martin in paperback
Testament for Love by S.T. Martin in paperback ( a collection of blog posts)
Little Flowers and Fiery Towers (Poetry) by S.T. Martin in paperback
The Dove and Rose by S.T. Martin in paperback (Devotions to Sts. Joan and Thérèse, and is a collection of blog posts)
New! The Catholic and Royal Army of America by S.T. Martin in paperback (not included in Fleur-Darc, and is a collection of blog posts)
Find both Kindle and paperback versions of S.T. Martin’s books on his Amazon author’s page
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Visit S.T.’s second blog, “Fleur-Darc,” dedicated to his newest book! A one volume compilation of all five of his books, published under his real name, and at a discounted price compared to buying all individually. Curious? Click below to check out “Fleur-Darc” and more of S.T.’s writings.
Category Archives: On my devotion to St. Joan and St. Thérèse
Trailer for Little Flowers and Fiery Towers – a book of poetry in honor of St. Joan of Arc and St. Thérèse of Lisieux
SJST I hope you enjoy the trailer to my book of poetry in honor of St. Joan of Arc and St. Thérèse of Lisieux. You can get your paperback copy by clicking the picture, or go to my Amazon Author’s … Continue reading
Creating the Catholic Supra-Culture – How you can join The Kingdom Blessed of St. Joan and St. Thérèse
SJST Let’s face it. We live in a post-Christian world. At least we should say that we live in a post-Christian Western Civilization. Or, at the very least, we can say with absolute certainty that we live in a post-Christian … Continue reading
A Catholic madman’s guide to the galaxy (and on going home to Guymon, OK)
SJST I’m writing this not knowing whether not I will be able to make my Guymon High School 35th class reunion this summer. Guymon Oklahoma is far from Chicago, and Oklahoma City, the gathering spot for the reunion, is not … Continue reading
How an American man from Oklahoma found spiritual kinship with the Mystical Kingdom of France
SJST One of the most prominent themes in all of my writings is that of our growth through time and space toward our Final Form that resides in the Mind of God. I often quote St. Thomas Aquinas who himself … Continue reading
Posted in On my devotion to St. Joan and St. Thérèse, Restoring the French Monarchy
Tagged Catholicism, Christendom, Christian Culture, Counter-Revolution, France, French Monarchy, French Revolution, Jeanne d'Arc, Joan of Arc, Little Flower, Maid of Orleans, St. Joan of Arc, St. Louis de Montfort, St. Therese, Virgin Mary
New book! New blog! Fleur-Darc!
Fleur-Darc (A new book that is a one volume compilation of all five of his self-published books, and a new blog, by S.T. Martin. Written and administered under his real name. Curious? Drop by “Fleur-Darc”!) (Now available in paperback! Kindle … Continue reading
“Joan of Arc” an Opera in Three Acts by Composer Steven Jobe
SJST “St. Joan and St. Thérèse” is honored to feature the promotional websites for “Joan of Arc,” an opera in three acts by Rhode Island-based composer, Steven Jobe. Please visit and preview this marvelous tribute to Joan of Arc. Mr. … Continue reading
What’s in a name? The birth of the pen name S.T. Martin (St. Joan and St. Thérèse)
SJST It may come as no surprise to you that S.T. Martin is not my real name. In September of 2010, I made the decision to change my profile name on Facebook from my parent-given childhood moniker, Walter (Wally to … Continue reading
Interview on radio talk show Religion, Politics, and the Culture
SJST I am most appreciative to have been interviewed by radio host Dennis O’Donovan on his talk show “Religion, Politics, and the Culture.” The video below holds the audio to this interview. Everyone should tune in to 1040 AM Radio … Continue reading
Posted in General Catholic, General Catholic Videos, On my devotion to St. Joan and St. Thérèse, The Knights of the Dove and Rose
Tagged Catholic radio interview, Catholicism, conversion, Dennis O'Donovan, Politics, Religion, Religion Politics and the Culture radio show, rpconradio.com, St. Joan of Arc, St. Therese of Lisieux, WLVJ
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On how I became Catholic and devoted to Sts Joan, Thérèse, and the French Monarchy
Opening comments I could not have been raised in a more distant land, culture, or political belief system from that which is stated in the topic of this essay. Even my religious beliefs of youth, though still Christian, were quite … Continue reading
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More on my devotion to St. Joan and St. Thérèse
SJST (Note: This was originally posted as the “About SJST” page) “C’est pour cela que je fus nais.” (“It was for this that I was born.”) – St. Joan of Arc “For whom would heaven be, if not for you?” … Continue reading
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On my devotion to the French Monarchy, St. Joan, and St. Thérèse
SJST “Apprenez, mon fils, que le Royaume des Francs est prédestiné par Dieu, à la défense de la Sainte Eglise Romaine qui est la seule véritable Eglise du Christ. Ce Royaume sera un jour le plus grand de tous les … Continue reading
Posted in On my devotion to St. Joan and St. Thérèse, Restoring the French Monarchy
Tagged Catholic Church, Catholicism, Christendom, Christian Culture, Church History, French Monarchy, Jeanne d'Arc, Joan of Arc, Le Roi, Little Flower, Maid of Lorraine, Maid of Orleans, Restore the French Monarchy, Spirituality, St. Joan of Arc, St. Therese, St. Therese of Lisieux, Therese, Western Civilization
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For those who wish to love Joan of Arc – Mark Twain and his Recollections
SJST For those who wish to love Joan of Arc (and who would not?), Mark Twain’s book, Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc is a must read. I say, “for those who wish to love Joan of Arc,” because, unlike … Continue reading
Posted in On my devotion to St. Joan and St. Thérèse
Tagged Catholic Church, Catholicism, Christendom, Christian Culture, Church History, French Monarchy, Hundred Years War, Jeanne d'Arc, Joan of Arc, Maid of Lorraine, Maid of Orleans, Mark Twain, Middle Ages, St. Joan of Arc, Western Civilization
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An analogy for Americans to help us understand the situation facing Joan of Arc’s France
SJST The following is brief attempt, a draft, to explain by analogy the situation facing France at the time of Joan of Arc and in such a way that Americans might more easily grasp it, thinking in our own terms. … Continue reading
“Testament for Love” How devotion to St. Joan of Arc and St. Thérèse can transform your faith!
SJST How is it that the saints help us on our journey of faith? Why is our devotion to and veneration of the saints so important in God’s plan for our salvation? What does it mean that the saints “lead … Continue reading
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On my devotion to St. Joan and St. Thérèse
SJST “It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.” (Heb 10:31) (Douay-Rheims) The great day of July 17, 2006 will forever be indelibly branded on my soul. More than that even, it is a … Continue reading
“I had the will to believe it” – On my devotion to St. Joan and St. Thérèse
SJST Question: What sort of help say you that this voice has brought you for the salvation of your soul? Joan: It has taught me to conduct myself well, to go habitually to church… Question: Have you some other sign … Continue reading
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On the proper worship of the Saints
SJST La Fontaine: “When these saints came to you, did you make them a reverence by bending the knee or bowing?” Joan of Arc: “Yes, and as much as I could I made them my reverence, for I know well … Continue reading
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St. Joan, St. Thérèse, and Spirituality
SJST “Sainte Jeanne et Sainte Thérèse, ensemble elles sont la couleur la plus belle en les cieux.” (St. Joan and St. Thérèse, together they are the most beautiful color in the heavens.) This is a motto of mine that describes … Continue reading
“Je ne suis rien mais un accent” (I am nothing but an accent)
SJST “Sainte Jeanne et Sainte Thérèse – Ensemble elles sont la couleur la plus belle en les cieux. Je ne suis rien mais un accent.” “St. Joan and St. Thérèse – Together they are the most beautiful color in the … Continue reading
“Will you follow where I lead?” Joan of Arc
SJST True religion makes for a true person. True religion makes real men of males and real women of females. True religion is the Catholic Church. The following exhortation from Paul to Timothy is most appropriate today. We are living … Continue reading
May 30 – The Feast of St. Joan of Arc
SJST I will say boldly that throughout history Our Lord remains active and vibrant, occasionally painting the sky in yet one more shade of brilliance so that the world may witness His Grandeur, His Call, His Kingdom. He is forever … Continue reading
Joan of Arc and the unfortunate liars
There are moments in history, at least history as it is told to me, that literally make me wish I could go back in time to watch closely, perhaps as a fly on a wall somewhere in the vicinity, to … Continue reading
Comments on the article about Therese in Crusade magazine
A few quotes from the wonderful article on Therese in the newest Crusade magazine: “Jesus, Jesus,” she would say, “If I were to write all my desires, I would have to borrow the book of life; I wanted to have … Continue reading
Thérèse’s poems in honor of Joan of Arc
SJST Thérèse was a talented soul who wrote plays and poems while at the convent in Lisieux. Here are two beautiful ones that show the intimate relationship between her and Joan. As I have come to terms with my own … Continue reading
Comments on St. Thérèse’s play “Joan of Arc”
SJST I cannot express with enough sincerity how edified I am to be reading through St. Thérèse’s script for her play on the life of Joan of Arc, one of eight plays she wrote on various subject matters. This work … Continue reading
How Joan of Arc saved the Church
SJST My journeys of discovery and the development of my ideas, propositions, and conclusions can best be described using the analogy of a man sailing the high seas alone who spots an island. Now, this man’s first thought concerning the … Continue reading
GK Chesterton on Joan of Arc
SJST G.K. Chesterton: “Joan of Arc was not stuck at the cross-roads, either by rejecting all the paths like Tolstoy, or by accepting them all like Nietzsche. She chose a path, and went down it like a thunderbolt. Yet Joan, … Continue reading
