Cornelia Connelly, S.H.C.J.
...new missionary orders, such as the Society of the Sacred Heart, came from Europe with a new missionary zeal. However, with revival comes protests. A large wave of anti-Catholicism overtook the area to “save the Valley from the Pope!” [2] Appalled by the vitriol of his Protestant brethren, Pierce left
The Bishop’s Bank
...ese, the majority of depositors were Irish. This is evident from the large number of Irish surnames and the notations listing the various counties in Ireland as the place of origin. Other notations are more lengthy. They might include personal information about the depositor or instructions on distributing money. They
The Church and Labor
...al 1776 United Food & Commercial Workers. Halvey 454K Many Catholic across Europe and America saw the importance of Rerum Novarum, with some comparing its effect on labor to the effect of the Manga Carta on liberty.[4] Msgr. John Ryan, Director of the Social Action Department of the National Catholic
The Other Drexel: Louise Drexel Morrell
...a style suitable to such wealth. They enjoyed private tutors and trips to Europe. However, their parents also gave them a deep spirituality and a sense of responsibility for those less fortunate. Anthony Drexel was a leading contributor to a host of Catholic organizations and activities. Emma Bouvier Drexel was