Jesuit Memorial Holy Cards

 

Creation Date

1971-08-21

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Keywords

Catholic Church; Prayer; Funeral prayer cards; Ephemera; Holy cards; Memorial works

Description

Funeral prayer card for William Hetherington, 1908-1971. The front of the card contains a photograph of Father Hetherington. The back of the card contains biographical information and a prayer for the repose of his soul. The card was made by an unknown publisher. He was a professor of classical languages and the founder of the Honors Bachelor of Arts program at Xavier University (Cincinnati, Ohio).

Transcription

(back) In Memory of Rev. William P. Hetherington, S.J. Born October 25,1908 Entered the Society of Jesus September 2, 1925 Ordained June 26, 1940 Died August 21, 1971 May he rest in peace. Prayer. Grant, we beseech Thee, O Lord, that the soul of Thy servant, William, whom Thou hast honored in this life with the sacred functions of the Priesthood, may forever rejoice in the bliss of heaven. Through Christ, our Lord. Amen.

Language

English

Type

Image

Physical Object Format

Black and white card

Item Identifier

jmc00313_3d_01

Collection

XUA-41, Jesuit Memorial Card Collection

Rights

The Jesuit Memorial Card Collection is the physical property of Xavier University. U.S. and international copyright laws protect this digital resource. The majority of the cards in this collection were published after 1923 and therefore may not be in the public domain. Images, text, or other content downloaded from the collection may be freely used for non-profit educational and research purposes, or any other use falling within the purview of "Fair Use". However, in order to use the digital reproductions for any other reason users must have the express consent of the copyright holder. Contact Xavier University Archives to inquire about permissions to use the digital image.

Digital Publisher

Xavier University (Cincinnati, Ohio). Xavier University Archives

jmc00313_3d_02.jpg (216 kB)
back of William Hetherington memorial holy card

Keywords

Catholic Church; Prayer; Funeral prayer cards; Ephemera; Holy cards; Memorial works

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