Servant of God Edward J. Flanagan
Founder of Boys Town

Most Rev. George J. Lucas, Archbishop of Omaha announces the intention of opening a cause for possible beautification of Edward J. Flanagan on St. Patrick's Day, 2012, and declares Flanagan a Servant of God.

The Edict (pdf)

FFLSD Edict News Release (pdf)

Father Flanagan League was initiated by The Boys Town National Alumni Association, who established an Advisory Council and generated: Prayer Groups, Materials, Presentations and Pilgrimages to Father Flanagan sites at Boys Town. To join the League, contact us.

Our Mission:

To educate and inform all people of the heroic virtue and sanctity of Father Flanagan's life and his mission as mentor and protector of youth, and spread devotion of his example throughout the world.

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Youth Care Pioneer • Civil Rights Champion • Role Model for All Clergy • A Saint for All Children