Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

Author : Joan Barthel
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2014-03-04
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781250037152

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American Saint by Joan Barthel Pdf

In this riveting biography of Elizabeth Seton critically acclaimed and bestselling author Joan Barthel tells the mesmerizing story of a woman whose life featured wealth and poverty, passion and sorrow, love and loss. Elizabeth was born into a prominent New York City family in 1774. Her father was the chief health officer for the Port of New York and she lived down the block from Alexander Hamilton. She danced at George Washington's sixty-fifth Birthday Ball wearing cream slippers, monogrammed. Catholicism was illegal in New York when she was born; Catholic priests seen in the city were arrested, sometimes hung. When Elizabeth and her wealthy husband Will sailed to Italy in a doomed attempt to cure his tuberculosis, she and her family were quarantined in a damp dungeon. And when Elizabeth later became a Catholic, she was so scorned that people talked of burning down her house. American Saint is the inspiring story of a brave woman who forged the way for the other women who followed and who made a name for herself in a world entirely ruled by men. Elizabeth resisted male clerical control of her religious order, as nuns are doing today, and the publication of her story could not be more timely. Maya Angelou has contributed the foreword.

Author : Catherine O'Donnell
Publisher : Cornell University Press
Page : 525 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2018-09-15
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781501726019

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Elizabeth Seton by Catherine O'Donnell Pdf

In 1975, two centuries after her birth, Pope Paul VI canonized Elizabeth Ann Seton, making her the first saint to be a native-born citizen of the United States in the Roman Catholic Church. Seton came of age in Manhattan as the city and her family struggled to rebuild themselves after the Revolution, explored both contemporary philosophy and Christianity, converted to Catholicism from her native Episcopalian faith, and built the St. Joseph’s Academy and Free School in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Hers was an exemplary early American life of struggle, ambition, questioning, and faith, and in this flowing biography, Catherine O’Donnell has given Seton her due. O’Donnell places Seton squarely in the context of the dynamic and risky years of the American and French Revolutions and their aftermath. Just as Seton’s dramatic life was studded with hardship, achievement, and grief so were the social, economic, political, and religious scenes of the Early American Republic in which she lived. O’Donnell provides the reader with a strong sense of this remarkable woman’s intelligence and compassion as she withstood her husband’s financial failures and untimely death, undertook a slow conversion to Catholicism, and struggled to reconcile her single-minded faith with her respect for others’ different choices. The fruit of her labors were the creation of a spirituality that embraced human connections as well as divine love and the American Sisters of Charity, part of an enduring global community with a specific apostolate for teaching. The trove of correspondence, journals, reflections, and community records that O’Donnell weaves together throughout Elizabeth Seton provides deep insight into her life and her world. Each source enriches our understanding of women’s friendships and choices, illuminates the relationships within the often-opaque world of early religious communities, and upends conventional wisdom about the ways Americans of different faiths competed and collaborated during the nation’s earliest years. Through her close and sympathetic reading of Seton’s letters and journals, O’Donnell reveals Seton the person and shows us how, with both pride and humility, she came to understand her own importance as Mother Seton in the years before her death in 1821.

Author : Julie Walters
Publisher : Paulist Press
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0809166925

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Elizabeth Ann Seton by Julie Walters Pdf

A fictionalized young adult biography of Elizabeth Ann Seton (1774-1821), New York socialite, wife, mother, convert and foundress of the American Sisters of Charity and the first U.S.-born saint.Ages 11 and up.

Author : Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Spiritual life
ISBN : 1565482492

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Collected Writings by Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Pdf

Author : Jeanne Marie
Publisher : Pauline Books and Media
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2019-02-02
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780819871756

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Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton by Jeanne Marie Pdf

The Encounter the Saints series offers intermediate readers down-to-earth portrayals of the saints. Each story vividly recreates for the reader the saint's place of origin, family life, and corresponding historical events.

Author : Church Publishing,
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 798 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780898696370

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Holy Women, Holy Men by Church Publishing, Pdf

Fully revised and expanded, this new work is the first major revision of the liturgical calendar of the Episcopal Church in more than 40 years! It is the official revision of Lesser Feasts and Fasts and authorized by the 2009 General Convention. All commemorations in Lesser Feasts and Fasts have been retained, and many new ones added. Three scripture readings (instead of current two) are provided for all minor holy days. Additional new material includes a votive mass of the Blessed Virgin Mary, many more ecumenical commemorations, plus a proper for space exploration. For years the oft revised volume, Lesser Feasts and Fasts (LFF), has served parishes and individuals mark part of the holiness of each day by providing Scripture readings, a collect, a Eucharistic preface, and a narrative about those remembered on the church's calendar that day whose lives have witnessed to the grace of God. Holy Women, Holy Men (HWHM) is a major effort to revise, but also to expand and enrich LFF. Where LFF provided two readings (gospel and other New Testament) plus a psalm, HWHM adds an Old Testament citation. Where LFF was limited to few non-Anglicans in the post-reformation period (and few non-Episcopalians after 1789), HWHM dramatically broadens appreciation for other Christians and their traditions. Over-emphasis on clergy is redressed by additional laity, males by females, and "in-church" activities by contributions well beyond the workings of institutional agendas. These almost daily commemorations occupy over 600 of the book's 785 pages, by far the lion's share of its content. Remaining sections address: principles of revision and guides for future revision; liturgical propers for seasons (Advent/Christmas, Lent, and Easter); and new propers for a miscellany of propers usable with individuals (or events) not officially listed in the formal calendar. Two cycles of propers for daily Eucharist are also included, one covering a six week period, the other a two year cycle.

Author : Lawrence George Lovasik
Publisher : Catholic Book Publishing
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2009-05-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0899422977

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Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton by Lawrence George Lovasik Pdf

Relates the life and influence of this beloved Saint. Illustrated in full color.

Author : Joseph I. Dirvin
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0898702690

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The Soul of Elizabeth Seton by Joseph I. Dirvin Pdf

Elizabeth Seton is an important saint for our times: she was a convert, an American, a wife and mother as well as a widow, the foundress of an order (the Sisters of Charity) and an administrator. Fr. Dirvin, an authority on Saint Elizabeth Seton, takes writings, correspondence, and recollections of Seton to reveal her deep life of faith and prayer. A moving biography and an inspiring record of Elizabeth Seton's interior journey that gives us a profound spiritual portrait of a multifaceted saint.

Author : Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : UOM:39015013490407

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Elizabeth Seton by Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Pdf

Author : Mary Hilaire Tavenner,Mary Hilaire Tavenner Ph.D
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 103 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2008-09-18
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781465320186

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My Friendship with Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton by Mary Hilaire Tavenner,Mary Hilaire Tavenner Ph.D Pdf

My Friendship with St. Elizabeth Ann Seton is a book about a unique relationship between someone born in 1774 and the author, born in 1948. It is the adventures of Mary Hilaire (Sally Lynne) Tavenner and the fi rst native born American saint throughout the past forty years. In this book you will learn the life of Mother Seton, read a fi rst hand account of her canonization, as recorded by one of the 14,000 Americans present in Rome for the event. The reader will learn about the process and documented miracles, which helped to bring about her canonization. You will also read behind the scene memoirs of a $3 million docudrama produced by Hollywood on the life of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. The book relays many personal experiences, anecdotes and information unique to this particular collection of stories. If you have ever had a devotion to a particular saint, you will enjoy reading the adventures of Hilaire (Sally) Tavenner and Elizabeth Bayley Seton.

Author : Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : IND:30000078532417

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Elizabeth Ann Seton by Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Pdf

This extraordinary book allows the reader to penetrate the heart and soul of Elizabeth Ann Seton through her writings to her friends. During her brief life (1774-1821) she was a successful wife, mother, and teacher. Seton was also founder of the Sisters of Charity, and is the first native-born American saint of the Roman Catholic Church. All of her accomplishments flowed from the fact that she was first and foremost a woman of prayer. She expressed that spirit of prayer in her writings, meditations, reflections, prayers, poems and songs, written for herself, her friends, and for her religious community. This rich selection from the saint's writings give us a glimpse into her heart and soul, and her very special relationship with God.

Author : Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1869
Category : Christian saints
ISBN : PRNC:32101072355108

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Memoir, Letters and Journal of Elizabeth Seton by Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Pdf

Author : Anne Merwin
Publisher : Pauline Books and Media
Page : 123 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2019-03-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780819823816

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Elizabeth Ann Seton by Anne Merwin Pdf

Elizabeth Ann Seton grew up in New York City during the very beginning of America’s independence. Let author Anne Merwin, former president of the Mother Seton House in Baltimore, guide you through the life of this young socialite who becomes the pioneer of the Catholic school system in the United States and the foundress of the Sisters of Charity. Discover the secret of Elizabeth’s holiness—a courageous determination to allow God to guide her, no matter where he might lead.

Author : Betty Ann McNeil
Publisher : New City Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Spiritual life
ISBN : 0764808419

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15 Days of Prayer with Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton by Betty Ann McNeil Pdf

“15 Days of Prayer” Collection Now distributed by New City Press, this popular series is perfect for those looking for an introduction to a particular spiritual guide, those searching for gift ideas and those who merely wish to know more about the person and his or her spirituality. Additional volume planned in 2 to 3 months intervals. Each volume contains: • A brief biography of the saint or spiritual leader introduced in that volume • A guide to creating a format for prayer and retreat • 15 meditation sessions with focus points and reflection guides This volume, 15 Days of Prayer With Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, introduces readers to the “first American-born saint” and leads them to a place of peace and prayer that reflects the spirituality of Saint Elizabeth. Follow in the footsteps of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Elizabeth Bayley was born of a well-to-do family in 1774 and baptized in the Episcopal Church. After the death of her husband, William Magee Seton and her subsequent conversion to Catholicism, Elizabeth was no longer accepted in her previous social and family circles, leaving her a poor widow with five young children. At the invitation of Bishop Carroll, Elizabeth relocated her family to Baltimore, where she founded a school. She was soon joined by other women and formed the Daughters of Charity of Saint Joseph, serving as the first superior of that order. By the time of her death in 1821, Mother Seton’s community had established schools and orphanages in North America, South America and Italy. Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton was canonized by Pope Paul VI in 1975. Serve God always Knowing wealth but no stranger to poverty, devoted spouse and mother, committed religious, generous heart—Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton has become a model of sanctity to people in all walks of life in America and throughout the world.

Author : Shirley Chisholm
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2022-11-08
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780063160866

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Unbought and Unbossed by Shirley Chisholm Pdf

In this classic work—a blend of memoir, social criticism, and political analysis that remains relevant today—the first Black Congresswoman to serve in American history, New York’s dynamic representative Shirley Chisholm, traces her extensive political struggle and examines the problems that have long plagued the American system of government. “A tremendously impressive book.” —Washington Post “What [Chisholm] did was so pioneering. . . . She embraced what made her different and used it as her superpower.” —Regina King “I want to be remembered as a woman . . . who dared to be a catalyst of change.” Political pioneer Shirley Chisholm—activist, member of the House of Representatives, and former presidential candidate—was a woman who consistently broke barriers and inspired generations of American women, and especially women of color. Unbought and Unbossed is her story, told in her own words—a thoughtful and informed look at her rise from the streets of Brooklyn to the halls of Congress. Chisholm speaks out on her life in politics while illuminating the events, personalities, and issues of her time, including the schism in the Democratic party in the 1960s and ’70s—all of which speak to us today. In this frank assessment, “Fighting Shirley” recalls how she took on an entrenched system, gave a public voice to millions, and embarked on a trailblazing bid to be the first woman and first African American President of the United States. By daring to be herself, Shirley Chisholm shows how one person forever changed the status quo. Look out for the biopic Shirley, directed by John Ridley and starring Regina King, coming in March 2024. “Her motto and title of her autobiography—Unbought and Unbossed—illustrates her outspoken advocacy for women and minorities during her seven terms in the U.S. House of Representatives.” —National Women’s History Museum