From Slave to Priest: The Inspirational Story of Father Augustine Tolton (1854-1897)

by Caroline Hemesath and Sister Caroline Hemsath

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Born into a black Catholic slave family, Fr. Augustine Tolton (1854-1897) conquered almost insurmountable odds to become one of the very first black priests in the United States. By his early death at 43, this pioneer black priest left behind a shining legacy of holy service to God, the Church and his people.

Tolton's cause for canonization has been officially opened by the Archdiocese of Chicago as announced by Cardinal Francis George...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:1586175246

ISBN13:9781586175245

Release Date:May 2006

Publisher:Ignatius Press

Length:255 Pages

Weight:0.90 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 5.9" x 8.0"

Related Subjects

African-American & Black Biographical Biographies Biographies & History Biography & History Catholicism Christian Books & Bibles Christianity Ethnic & National Inspirational

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