Henriette Delille, founder of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Family, lived out a vision that defied social convention, cultural custom, and tepid religiosity. Her vision embraced the enslaved, the poor, the sick, the elderly; and, in the midst of nineteenth century New Orleans, thoroughly reconceptualized black women's bodies. Delille gave herself unreservedly to a bold venture that embodied belief and hope, enduring commitment, and the subversive power of love. Her cause for canonization has been officially opened by the Vatican.
- ISBN10 0809144891
- ISBN13 9780809144891
- Publish Date 2 January 2009
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Paulist Press International,U.S.
- Format Paperback
- Pages 96
- Language English