Helena at Worship

The Life of Constantine

Book 3

Helena at Worship

Yet while deeds like these brought luster to her character, she was far from neglecting her personal devotion to God. She could be seen constantly attending his church, while she adorned the houses of prayer with splendid offerings, not overlooking the churches of even the smallest cities. In short, this admirable woman could be seen in plain and modest dress, mingling with the crowd of worshipers and showing her devotion to God by a steady course of devout conduct.