" Father Horse tells part of the story of how a new faith was spread across the world by mothers and sailors, priests and children. It is the book for everyone who enjoys history, mystery, adventure, and gentle wisdom." --Elizabeth J. Smith, mission priest "An engaging story about the good Father Hippolytus, a man of gentle and committed faith, who uses his education and acumen to solve a mystery of stolen jewels that puts him and those near to him in jeopardy. Readers will enjoy rich details about the everyday lives of people in the Roman empire and the experience of Christians when the church was still in its infancy and treated with suspicion by many. More Father Hippolytus, please!" --Peter Bedford, professor of religious studies, Union College.