Parish Priest

<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>