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Irish primate reflects on Father Flanagan’s witness

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Irish Archbishop Eamon Martin reflects on the life of Venerable Father Edward Flanagan, founder of Boys Town. Father Flanagan's life advocating care for troubled youth still serves as an inspiration to the world. Archbishop Martin prays near the tomb of Father Flanagan at Dowd Memorial Chapel of the Immaculate Conception in Omaha.

SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV NewsThe MonitorNational Catholic Reporter

5 sources Aug 28, 2026

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Earlier version, Sunday 30 August

Irish primate reflects on Father Flanagan's witness

Earlier version, Friday 28 August

Irish primate Archbishop Eamon C. Martin reflects on Father Flanagan's witness

How the coverage unfolded

  1. Aug 28, 3:05 AM The Catholic Sun Precious in God’s eyes: Irish primate reflects on Father Flanagan’s witness
  2. Aug 28, 4:58 AM OSV News Precious in God’s eyes: Irish primate reflects on Father Flanagan’s witness
  3. Aug 28, 4:58 AM Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend Precious in God’s eyes: Irish primate reflects on Father Flanagan’s witness
  4. Aug 28, 7:32 AM The Monitor Precious in God’s eyes: Irish primate reflects on Father Flanagan’s witness
  5. Aug 30, 1:00 AM National Catholic Reporter Precious in God's eyes: Irish primate reflects on Fr. Flanagan's witness

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