Father of the Fatherless: The Authorized Biography of Father Nelson Baker

by Richard Gribble and Richard Gribble Csc

Book Overview

This first critical biography of Msgr. Nelson Baker (Father Baker) places him within the rich context of American Catholic life between 1840 and 1940. Through his devotion to Mary under her title Our Lady of Victory he supervised an orphanage and Protectory for boys and an infant home for unwed mothers and their babies. As a result of more than 50 years of ministry, both as superintendent of these institutions and pastor of St. Patrick's/Our Lady...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0809105969
• ISBN13: 9780809105960
• Release Date: May 2011
• Publisher: Paulist Press
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.1"