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Hope In Suffering: Father Stu's Legacy

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Step into the world of Father Stu, a man whose journey from boxer to Catholic priest inspired a Hollywood film and continues to offer hope to those facing life's hardest battles. Join Mary Jane Fox and Father Bart Tolleson as they delve into Father Stu's real-life struggles and triumphs, revealing how his unwavering faith and humor in the face of a debilitating muscle disorder can light our way through the darkness.

On today’s journey, we will:

Learn about the Real Father Stu from one of his close friends.
What was life like for Father Stu after the credits rolled, as a Catholic priest in ministry?
How can Father Stu’s life give us all hope in the midst of suffering, especially when we may feel far from God?

Click here to purchase That Was Father Stu: A Memoir of My Priestly Brother and Friend, by Fr. Bart Tolleson

Explore now: Guest information, and additional photos of Father Stu's life.

Jewel for the Journey: “We shouldn’t pray for an easy life, but the strength to endure a difficult one.” – Fr. Stuart Long

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