Important personalities of the parish of Lieskovce in the 20th century Cover Image

Významné osobnosti lieskovskej farnosti v 20. storočí
Important personalities of the parish of Lieskovce in the 20th century

Author(s): Štefan Lenčiš
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, History, Theology and Religion, History of Religion
Published by: VERBUM - vydavateľstvo Katolíckej univerzity v Ružomberku
Keywords: Parish; priest; religious; monastery; labour camp; partisans

Summary/Abstract: The history of the 20th century in Slovakia was rich in various historical events, which require a critical evaluation in order to learn from them. The Catholic Church and its parishes also have a special history. The parish of Lieskovce, in the district of Humenné has a unique history. During its existence, a number of strong priestly and religious personalitiesnot only worked there, but also contributed by their testimony of life to spiritual growth. From the period of the 20th century we can mention the following personalities: priests – Ján NEMEC (1939 – 1944), Jozef GIČ (1944 – 1950), Peter KONKOĽ CSsR (1968 – 1980), Andrej KONC CSsR (1969 – 1970) and religious sister Method Anna FOLENTOVA SSpS (1949 – 2007).

  • Issue Year: 8/2019
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 84-105
  • Page Count: 22
  • Language: Slovak