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  • That Was Father Stu

  • A Memoir of My Priestly Brother and Friend
  • By: Bart Tolleson
  • Narrated by: Fr. Bart Tolleson
  • Length: 5 hrs and 54 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (13 ratings)

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That Was Father Stu

By: Bart Tolleson
Narrated by: Fr. Bart Tolleson
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This inspiring, insightful, and often humorous look at the life of Father Stuart Long is told by his close friend, Father Bart Tolleson. After their relationship began and almost ended with a practical joke, the two men were ordained together and forged a strong, lasting friendship. As the exuberant, edgy Father Stu confronted a rare degenerative disease, the former brawler and professional boxer used every ounce of his declining strength to fight the good fight for souls.

Also included in this book is the enduring legacy of Father Stu, whose moving story continues to draw people closer to God, especially in times of suffering. His life inspired actor Mark Wahlberg to produce the film drama Father Stu, in which Wahlberg plays the title role. Father Bart, who was consulted by the makers of the film, provides interesting background on the movie.

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awesome

the movie touched me so much I had to learn more. this shed light on the true father stu and also the fictional parts that were put into the movie but still portrayed father stu and his amazing life

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Awesome!

Inspiring story about a simple and prideful man who through physical suffering comes to do Jesus Christ’s will in the most humble of ways.

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Excellent narrator and inspiring story

Loved the book and I would recommend it to everyone. The narrator was awesome to listen to. It’s a short book, but very inspiring. Highly recommended!

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Inspiring story

This is an inspiring story about how to how to suffer well through tremendous struggles, while lifting up the lives of those around you. Fr. Bart Tolleson brings to life the strength, determination and mission of Fr. Stu, while showcasing his priestly friend’s sense of humor and deep love for all those in his life. The story rings true even more because of the superb narration by the author. This book’s powerful message of doing small acts with great love makes “That Was Fr. Stu “ a must read!

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Amazing man, amazing story.

Fr Stu was an amazing man and this book fills in all the blanks. Fr Bart did an amazing job bringing out the man who was Fr Stu.

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Uplifting

Great story of life of Fr. Stu, will help with my Desernment to Priesthood.

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