In 1917, Father Edward J. Flanagan bought his original home for boys. After quickly outgrowing the space and being pressured to leave, in 1921 the Catholic priest bought a 160-acre piece of land that became what is known as Boys Town, the town Flanagan created for orphaned and abandoned youth in need – regardless of race or religion.

A new film documenting the life of Flanagan entitled “Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story” had its premiere on Sept. 13 in Boys Town. The documentary will be released for one night only in theaters across the country on Oct. 8.

CNA had the opportunity to visit Boys Town and attend the premiere where we spoke to the filmmakers, some of the commentators seen in the film, and devout Catholic actor Jonathan Roumie, who serves as the narrator for the film and is an executive producer.

Read more: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/259647/actor-jonathan-roumie-calls-father-flanagan-s-mission-portrayed-in-new-film-timeless

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