Thousands to gather in St. Louis to honor Catholic leader who's one step from sainthood
Thousands are expected to gather in St. Louis to honor Fulton Sheen, a prominent Catholic leader and early televangelist who is currently on the path to sainthood.
Fulton Sheen, a native of Peoria, Illinois, preached about philosophy, morality and politics. He's considered the country’s first televangelist.
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