St. Thomas 65th Anniversary

Title: St. Thomas 65th Anniversary
Description: St. Thomas of Canterbury 65th Anniversary Jubilee handout. Detailing the history of the parish up to the late 1970s. Written by Father Rochford, it contains a treasure trove of information regarding the transitionary period and the numerous trials the church had been going through during this time. It also encompasses the changing demographics of the community in Uptown at this time due to various societal problems. The handout was an invitation to Mass and a dinner/dance occurring at 3:30 pm. Businesses were also invited to buy ad space in the anniversary book.
Is Part Of: St. Thomas of Canterbury Roman Catholic Church; Mary, Mother of God Roman Catholic Parish
Denomination: en Roman Catholic Church
Date: 1981
Source: Parish Heritage Center, Mary, Mother of God Parish.
Language: English
City: Chicago
Neighborhood: en Uptown
Rights: Item courtesy of Mary, Mother of God
Contributor: Alahna Jones