Inspiring:
Fr. Augustus Tolton, a man born into slavery who became the first American diocesan priest of African descent, is now being considered for canonization. Cardinal Francis George announced on Monday that the nineteenth century priest’s cause for sainthood has been introduced in the Archdiocese of Chicago
via Insight Scoop | The Ignatius Press Blog: Cause for sainthood introduced for first black U.S. priest.
have you read the book about his life? inspiring read of faith, humilty and perseverence.
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Maureen, no I’ve not read it but would like to. Thanks for the info!
It’s “From Slave to Priest” by Caroline Hemesath