“The unchanging beauty of God brings a joy surpassing all the most desired pleasures of earth.”
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In His Words
“The Holy Spirit calls each of us to some unique and meaningful work. We find the greatest peace in this life when we say yes to that call.”
Fr. John Harvey, A Call to Courage
St. Columba’s parish (St. Martin de Porres since 1993) in Philadelphia, PA, where Fr. Harvey was baptized on April 28, 1918. Twenty-six years later, Father celebrated his first Solemn Mass here, on June 4, 1944. Photo: Google Street View, June 2019
A Call to Courage is Fr. Harvey’s own account of his life experiences, including how he heard and responded to God’s call.
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Our Memories
Friends and relatives of Fr. Harvey share their special memories of him. Enjoy reading their personal recollections here.
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Timeline
A chronological display highlighting key events in Fr. Harvey’s life.
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A Profile in Courage
A documentary about Fr. Harvey, featuring Fr. Benedict Groeschel CFR, Fr. Daniel Gambet OSFS, Fr. John Harvey himself, his sister Margaret Smith, and many others.
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Publications & Presentations
An extensive compilation of Fr. Harvey’s publications and presentations, including books, pamphlets, articles, reviews, major addresses, and lectures.
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Featured Articles
A variety of scholarly and reflective articles about Fr. Harvey, providing insight into his heart, mind, and character, as a moral theologian and pastor of souls.
Fr. Harvey was a loyal fan of all Philadelphia teams, especially the Athletics and the Phillies. Image & gif created by Patrick Truby
It was a short walk from young John Harvey’s grade school - St. Columba’s - to Shibe Park, home of the Philadelphia Athletics. Image: Atlas of the City of Philadelphia, 1910, Geo. W. & Walter S. Bromley via Philadelphia GeoHistory Network