Plot Summary
The inspiring story of a 17th century French priest who reluctantly became involved in educating poor children and in the process became the Founder of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, an order known today as the De La Salle Christian Brothers. Actor Mel Ferrer gives a heartfelt performance as St. John Baptist de La Salle, a priest from a wealthy upper-class family who gave up everything to serve the needs of educating poor children, facing tremendous opposition along the way.
Movie Details
- Original Title
- Saint John Baptist De La Salle: Patron Saint of Teachers
- Status
- released
- Original Language
- en
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Cast
Production Companies
Ignatius Press