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Last Years of Father Chaminade: 1841-1850
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In LastYears of Father Chaminade, Vasey first details the reasons that Good Father Joseph Simler, SM felt obligated to let new clouds form.
Near the turn of the 20th century, while Superior General of the Society of Mary, Father Simler unearthed documents that uncovered the full story of Chaminade. He wrote an incredible biography reclaiming the vision and wisdom of the founder for his followers. However, Simler decided, out of loyalty to his predecessors, to cast Chaminade during his last years as a victim of senility, again blocking the rays of truth.
Vasey, with a degree in canon Law and a doctor of law degree, lays out the complicated legal issues that resulted in law suits against the Society and eventually, the resignation of Father Chaminade as Superior General. However, one need not be a lawyer to understand the terrible misdeeds chronicled in this book. And, one does not need an analytical reading of this text to see the pain of Chaminade in his final days. Vasey rights a terrible wrong. While relaying the complete story, he lovingly shows the courage, genius, and holiness of Chaminade.
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