Told with warmth, wisdom, and gentle humor, Flavian: The Ascent offers readers a glimpse into the hidden world of Orthodox spirituality, exploring themes of faith, transformation, and an intimate connection of the soul with God.

A new journey. A deeper faith. A life forever changed. In this powerful continuation of Flavian, Aleksei’s spiritual journey takes him beyond the quiet Russian countryside and into uncharted territory—both within himself and across the world.

When successful businessman Aleksei bumps into an old college friend—now an Orthodox monk named Flavian—his perfectly ordered modern life takes an unexpected turn.