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Sheen, Fulton J. (Fulton John), 1895-1979 to John D. Buchanan

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05508.228 Author/Creator: Sheen, Fulton J. (Fulton John), 1895-1979 Place Written: Rochester, New York Type: Typed letter signed Date: 7 August 1967 Pagination: 1 p. 28 x 21.6 cm Order a Copy

Bishop Sheen answers questions posed by Buchanan apparently about the priesthood. Sheen refers Buchanan to his televised address, "Modern Saints," published in "Footsteps in a Darkened Forest." He also comments on the priesthood as a "state in life" and why he chose it for an occupation.

Sheen, Fulton J. (Fulton John), 1895-1979

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