The Shepherd Who Didn't Run: Fr. Stanley Rother, Martyr from Oklahoma

"The Shepherd Who Didn't Run: Fr. Stanley Rother, Martyr from Oklahoma" recounts the inspiring story of Fr. Stanley Rother, who dedicated his life to serving the Tz'utujil Indians in Guatemala amidst civil unrest. Despite threats to his life, he returned to support his community, ultimately becoming a martyr. This paperback captures his courage and unwavering faith as he built hope through education, healthcare, and spiritual commitment.

Fr. Stanley Rother's story
A martyr from Oklahoma
Inspiring story of courage

Fr. Stanley Rother was true to his word. He did not run. And he was martyred at the age of 46.

Fr. Stanley arrived in Guatemala in 1968, and immediately identified with his parishioners' simple, farming lifestyle. He learned their languages, prepared them for the Sacraments, and cared for their needs. Fr. Stanley, or "Padre Francisco" as he was called by his beloved Tz'utujil Indians, had found his heart's calling.

After nearly a decade, the violence of the Guatemalan civil war found its way into the peaceful village. Disappearances, killings, and danger became daily occurrences, but despite this unrest Fr. Stanley remained hard at work, building a farmer's co-op, a school, a hospital, and the first Catholic radio station, used for catechesis.

In early 1981, his name was on a death list, so he returned to Oklahoma and was warned not to return. But he could not abandon his people, so he went back, and made the ultimate sacrifice for his faith.

"Pray for us that we may be a sign of the love of Christ for our people," said Fr. Stanley, "that our presence among them will fortify them to endure these sufferings in preparation for the coming of the Kingdom."

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Pages:: 256
Created Date:: 2016-12-05
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short_description:: "The Shepherd Who Didn't Run: Fr. Stanley Rother, Martyr from Oklahoma" recounts the inspiring story of Fr. Stanley Rother, who dedicated his life to serving the Tz'utujil Indians in Guatemala amidst civil unrest. Despite threats to his life, he retu
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The Shepherd Who Didn't Run: Fr. Stanley Rother, Martyr from Oklahoma

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