Patrick Peyton

Television personality and activist

Patrick Peyton - Television personality and activist
Born

January 9th, 1909
116 years ago

Died

1992
33 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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An Irish-American priest, prominent in promoting the power of prayer within families, became well-known through the global television series 'Family Theater'. Founded the Family Rosary Crusade, which aimed to encourage family prayer. Advocated for the importance of prayer in daily life and its impact on family unity. Conducted numerous public rallies to promote family prayer and led initiatives that spread devotion to the Rosary worldwide.

Created the television series 'Family Theater'

Founded the Family Rosary Crusade

Organized public prayer rallies

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