Fidelis of the Cross

'Fidelis of the Cross' is a comprehensive and moving biography of James Kent Stone, who would later become the renowned Passionist priest known as Father Fidelis. The work chronicles the profound spiritual transformation of a man who began his career as an influential Episcopalian clergyman and educator, serving as president of both Kenyon and Hobart Colleges, before embarking on a life-altering journey toward the Catholic faith.The narrative provides a detailed look at Stone’s intellectual and theological evolution, as well as the personal sacrifices that accompanied his conversion. After the loss of his wife and his eventual entry into the Passionist Order, Father Fidelis dedicated himself to arduous missionary labors across both North and South America. Authors Walter George Smith and Helen Grace Smith draw upon personal letters and firsthand accounts to present a vivid portrait of Stone’s sanctity, eloquence, and tireless commitment to his vocation.As a historical and spiritual document, 'Fidelis of the Cross' captures the fervor of religious life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It stands as an inspiring testament to a life of complete devotion and remains a significant resource for understanding the history of the Passionist missions and the broader landscape of American Catholic history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.