The Life of Bishop McDevitt

By Ella Marie Flick

Book Overview

The Life of Bishop McDevitt is a biography written by Ella Marie Flick. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Bishop Philip R. McDevitt, an influential figure in the Roman Catholic Church in the United States. The biography follows McDevitt's journey from his humble beginnings in rural Pennsylvania to his rise as a prominent leader in the church. The book explores his early years as a seminarian, his ordination as a priest, and his eventual appointment as bishop. Flick delves into McDevitt's role in the church's social justice efforts, including his advocacy for civil rights and his work with the poor and marginalized. The book also examines his contributions to Catholic education, including his efforts to expand Catholic schools and his support for Catholic universities. The Life of Bishop McDevitt is a comprehensive and insightful look at the life of a remarkable leader in the Catholic Church.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163141798
• ISBN13: 9781163141793
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"