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Father Joseph Breighner

Father Joseph Breighner is a priest of the Archdiocese of Baltimore and a columnist for the Catholic Review.

Age gracefully, with laughter

August 16, 2007
By Father Joseph Breighner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, Wit & Wisdom

My favorite definition of laughter is that it’s jogging for the intestines.

He was exceptionally normal

July 28, 2005
By Father Joseph Breighner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Commentary, Wit & Wisdom

Beyond his immediate family, Johnny touched a much larger world. He consistently inspired friends and classmates. He said he just wanted to be normal, and so many people helped him to feel a part of normal life.

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