Interview with Ralph W. Beiting, July 20, 1992

Interview Summary

Father Ralph W. Beiting, a Catholic priest and part of the Christian Appalachian Project (CAP), "street preaches" to a crowd in Louisa, Kentucky. He discusses the importance of Christianity and belief in God to the founding of the United States and the state of Kentucky. Fr. Beiting details his Kentucky and Catholic heritage and why he is a Catholic. He also talks about religious freedom and American politics, particularly abortion. He encourages the community of Louisa to embrace differences and promote equality through faith in God. Fr. Beiting tells the audience of his future plans for the community of Louisa through CAP. He concludes his "street preaching" with a prayer for the crowd.

Interview Keyword

Appalachian Region Christians in Appalachia Religion Catholicism Street preaching Priests Communities Faith Equality Nuns Louisa (Ky.) Beiting, Ralph W. Volunteers

Interview LC Subject

Appalachian Region Appalachian Region--Economic conditions Appalachian Region--Social conditions Beiting, Ralph W. Beiting, Ralph W.--Interviews Christian Appalachian Project Social service, Rural Community life Church membership Charity Jesus Christ Religion and politics Women in charitable work Catholic Church--United States

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