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Father Jack Wintz dies; told stories of inspiration to everyday Catholics
Jan 26, 2021 contributor
Actor Martin Sheen talks with St. Anthony Messenger staff outside their Cincinnati editorial offices after recording an interview for American Catholic Radio Oct. 14, 2011, At the center is Franciscan Father Jack Wintz, who died died Jan. 11, 2021, at age 84. The priest was an award-winning journalist and photographer, who helped build St. Anthony Messenger magazine into a popular publication that reflected a down-to-earth message of faith. (Credit: John Feister/St. Anthony Messenger via CNS.)
As a journalist, Franciscan Father Jack Wintz covered stories that explored human nature and focused on the mission of inspiring people as they lived their faith daily.