Parish Priest: Father Michael McGivney and American Catholicism -- Douglas Brink

<p>The first commercial, in-depth biography of the American-born Roman Catholic priest who may well be declared a saint. . . . &#8220Delightful. . . . No magisterial biography emanating a suffocating aura of pomp and self-importance, this book is as low-key and as uplifting as Father Michael McGivney himself.&#8221--Calgary Herald</p> <p>&#8220Father McGivney's vision remains as relevant as ever in the changed circumstances of today's Church and society.&#8221--Pope John Paul II </p><p> In a time of discrimination and poverty for Catholics across America, Father Michael McGivney (1852-1890), began a legacy of hope that continues to this day. Called to action in 1882 by his sympathy for these suffering people, this dynamic yet tenderhearted man--the son of Irish immigrants-- founded the Knights of Columbus, an organization that has saved countless families from destitution. </p><p> At heart, Father McGivney was the model of an American parish priest: Beloved by children, trusted by adults, and regarded as a &#8220positive saint&#8221 by the elderly in his New Haven, CT, parish--a truly holy man whose life and works are still celebrated today.</p></p><br><br><b>Author:</b> Douglas Brinkley, Julie M. Fenster<br><b>Publisher:</b> Harper Perennial<br><b>Published:</b> 03/13/2007<br><b>Pages:</b> 264<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.50lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 7.96h x 5.38w x 0.70d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780060776855