01 / Historical Fiction by Dan Nugent
The Jailor
of Philippi
Deliverance from the Edge of Darkness
In 49 CE Philippi—an elite Roman colony bound by iron discipline and pagan superstition—three lives collide at the precipice of a new era: a combat-scarred veteran turned jailor, a purple cloth merchant risking her fortune, and an exploited prophetess trapped in chains.
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When teachers of a radical new Way arrive, the city’s fragile peace ignites into riot. Then, an inexplicable midnight quake shatters the prison—forcing a broken soldier to choose between an empire that demands his life and a grace that wipes his ledger clean.
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02 / Daily Devotion & Word
A quiet word for the journey.
Start your day anchored in sacred scripture and steadiness in faith.
Daily Liturgy
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Today’s Mass Readings
Follow today’s Liturgy of the Word, Responsorial Psalm, and Gospel proclaimed across the universal Church.
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Daily Reflection
“Rejoice and be glad, because your reward is very great in heaven.”
Matthew 5:12
As November begins with All Saints' Day, we look to the great cloud of witnesses cheering us on. We are never alone when we walk in the company of the saints.
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About Grit & Grace
A home for stories with something to say.
Grit & Grace is a place for stories in progress, moments of faith, and people creating things with purpose. Here, Dan Nugent shares his journey toward The Jailor of Philippi, alongside daily scripture reflections and a few Catholic creators worth getting to know.
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04 / From the writing desk
Manuscript is complete.
The Jailor of Philippi: Deliverance from the Edge of Darkness Currently developing a book proposal for a Literary Agent Progress milestones, excerpts, and confirmed publication news will be shared here as the manuscript moves forward.
