Spellbinding stories of priests under fire
It takes a special kind of hero to be a priest on the front lines. Here are stories from the chaplains who join the troops in foxholes, bunkers, and hospitals, braving all the terrors of war to pray with them and bring them the Sacraments.
These are action-packed stories of life under fire, told by the people who lived through the events. From around the world, these stories will inspire you and sometimes amaze you, and you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the courage it takes to bring spiritual comfort to our troops in battle.
Pages | 128 |
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Copyright | 2002 |
ISBN | 978-1-931709-41-5 |
Item | T24 |
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