I know it’s not just me who feels that L.M. Montgomery’s novels are beloved for their vivid landscapes, heartfelt characters, and a sense of homecoming that transcends time and place. But beneath the charm of Green Gables or the wind-whipped shores of Prince Edward Island lies a subtler thread: faith. Not always overtly religious, Montgomery’s works explore spirituality in ways that resonate deeply, offering lessons for both the devout and the seeking soul. Let’s explore a little deeper. The Quiet Spirituality of Montgomery’s Characters Montgomery often portrays faith as a part of everyday life. In Anne of Green Gables, Marilla Cuthbert’s staunch Presbyterian values contrast with Anne Shirley’s effusive, almost mystical…

For a while now, I’ve been thinking about adding some sort of faith-based content to my work. Please don’t lose me straight off the bat: I, like many of you, used to be a kind of dabbling agnostic. I believed in *something*, but I rarely went to church and didn’t investigate my faith further at all. Then in 2015 I became ill. It’s still weird for me to look back at, because it felt like it happened over night. You see I’ve always had slight OCD tendencies (not the cleaning one, but rubbish thoughts entering my head, having to double and tripe check things, getting up at night and smelling…