William J. Leonard papers, 1906-2001.

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William J. Leonard papers, 1906-2001.

Composed of correspondence, manuscripts, publications, homilies, lectures, newspaper clippings, photographs, diaries, meeting minutes, videocassettes, audio cassettes, and artifacts. The collection relates to Leonard's life as a Jesuit priest, university professor, participant in the liturgical movement, military chaplain and author. In addition, there are materials related to his work with Boston College's Theology Department, Social Worship Program and Liturgy & Life Collection.

25 linear ft. (66 boxes)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7354598

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Boston College

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In 1863, a charter from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts authorized five Jesuits of Maryland Province of the Society of Jesus to incorporate as “the Trustees of the Boston College.” Their South End school became the first chartered college to operate in Boston in September 1864, when twenty-two boys – with an average age of fourteen – enrolled and classes began. Enrollment was limited to boys but open to those of any religious background. The original grounds were cramped, consisting only of a ...

Leonard, William J.

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Epithet: Reverend SJ of Boston College Massachusetts British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000001186.0x00013b Bill J. Leonard is a native of Texas and first dean of the Wake Forest University Divinity School. From the description of William J. Leonard Collection, 1996-1997 (Wake Forest University - ZSR Library). WorldCat record id: 59882701 Jesuit priest, theologian, author, and militar...

Catholic Church

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Jesuits

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In 1534 Ignatius of Loyola, a Basque and former soldier, met in Paris with six companions to take a private vow of poverty and one to place themselves at the disposition of the pope. On September 27, 1540, Paul III issued the bull Regimini militantis ecclesiae, canonically establishing the Society of Jesus. The constitutions of the society were drawn up by Ignatius who submitted his work for approval in 1550. Along with working toward the spiritual benefits of its members, the aim of the order w...