Tom Deignan is a teacher, author, and columnist. Tom has been a contributor to Irish America for 25 years on arts and entertainment, history and current affairs. He is currently working on a book about America during the Ellis Island years. His writing has appeared in newspapers such as The New York Times, Washington Post, Star-Ledger, and National Catholic Reporter, as well as … [Read more...] about Tom Deignan Interviews…
A Pilgrimage to Eternity
Timothy Egan: A Modern Day Pilgrim
By Tom Deignan In late October, media outlets around the world reported that Pope Francis had expressed support for civil unions, “a significant break from his predecessors that staked out new ground for the church in its recognition of gay people,” as the New York Times put it. It was the latest historic moment for a pope who has excited reformers within the church, … [Read more...] about Timothy Egan: A Modern Day Pilgrim
A Modern Day Pilgrim
Best-selling author and New York Times columnist, Timothy Egan's latest book is called A Pilgrimage to Eternity: From to Canterbuy to Rome in Search of Faith. He talks to Tom Deignan about all that and more. Can you start by telling us why you wanted to write a book like this? And it's been out for a little while now. It's only just out in paperback. Can you tell us what … [Read more...] about A Modern Day Pilgrim