Father Baker Retold
Do you know who Venerable Nelson Baker is? And, if you do, how well do you know his story? “Father Baker: Retold,” an OLV podcast, is devoted to telling some of the fascinating stories about Western New York’s saintly hero that folks may know in part or not at all. The best part? Each episode features a special guest to help bring these remarkable tales to life.
Father Baker Retold
The St. Patrick's Connection (feat. Tim Flanagan)
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Season 2
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Episode 10
Did you know that before the Basilica, St. Patrick's Church stood on the corner of South Park Ave. and Ridge Rd?
A 1916 fire caused considerable damage, most notably collapsing the steeple. Instead of completely repairing the church, Father Baker only made renovations to areas necessary for worship.
He knew he had greater plans for the space.