The Story of Duffy’s Cut
...nds of many Irish Catholics. Though the sectarian divide was present in America as it was in Ireland, the Industrial Revolution in America was more willing to give them jobs on improvement projects like the Philadelphia and Columbus Railroad. For these new immigrants, organizations like the Friendly Sons of Saint
Pilgrimage of Hope
...ross, and nails from the Crucifixion. Here is also the Titulis Crucis, the sign that was hung on Jesus' cross, reading "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews" in three languages. There is debate over whether this is a medieval forgery, a copy of the original, or the authentic placard.
Cornelia Connelly, S.H.C.J.
...was declared “Venerable” by Pope Saint John Paul II. At the Catholic Historical Research Center, we have a few pamphlets and books about Venerable Cornelia Connelly, SCHJ, mostly written by members of her religious order. For more information, contact us and we will be glad to assist you. [1]
Interesting film history finds in the Parish Calendar collection
...n stage. The article tells us that Flynn was a close friend of Rt. Rev. Monsignor Fulton J. Sheen, better known as Archbishop Sheen. Yes, this is the same Sheen who became famous as one of the first televangelists. His television show Life is Worth Living ran from 1951 through
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