Product Description
From Slave to Priest Caroline Hemesath, O.S.F.
Product Description
- Inspirational Story of Fr. Augustine Tolton
- Features the story of the first black priest in America
- Makes a perfect gift for any occasion
Product Details
From Slave to Priest The Inspirational Story of Father Augustine Tolton 1854-1897 is the biography of Fr. Tolton as told by Sister Caroline Hemesath, O.S.F. From Slave to Priest tells the story of one of the first black priests in America. Born a slave, Fr. Tolton attended clandestine classes taught by friendly priests who could see in his eyes his deep love of God. When he was denied theological training in America, friends helped him and enabled him to receive his training and ordination in Rome. After his ordination he was sent back to the United States and became pastor of St. Monica's Church in Chicago.
From Slave to Priest tells the story of this courageous man who, in spite of incredible prejudice within the Church and society, left behind a legacy of service to God, society and his people. The cause for his canonization has been officially opened by the diocese of Chicago. From Slave to Priest has black and white illustrations throughout, is a paperback book and has 251 pages.
Dimensions & Specifications
- From Slave to Priest: Biography of Father Augustine Tolton
- Paperback
- 251 pages
- Illustrated
- By Sister Caroline Hemesath, O.S.F.
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