Saint John Baptist De La Salle: Patron Saint of Teachers

Saint John Baptist De La Salle: Patron Saint of Teachers

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Status

Released

Release Date

Oct 1, 2010

Runtime

1h 40m

Genres

History

Original Title

Saint John Baptist De La Salle: Patron Saint of Teachers

Production Companies

Ignatius Press

Description

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.