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Carroll, Thomas J.

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1909 - 1971

Biographical Note

A Catholic priest and author, Thomas Carroll was born in Gloucester, MA in 1909. He studied at Holy Cross College and St. John's Seminary, as was ordained in 1938. He served as assistant to the Director of the Catholic Guild for the Blind, and became Director in 1946. Carroll was also active in the liturgical movement. He died in 1971.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Thomas J. Carroll papers

 Collection
Abstract

The collection documents the life and work of Reverend Thomas J Carroll. It includes correspondence, manuscripts, photographs, postcards, and published works.

Restrictions on Access

Collection is open for research.

Dates: 1938-1971 (bulk 1943-1959); Majority of material found within 1943 - 1959

Liturgical Conference records

 Collection
Abstract

The Liturgical Conference is an organization originally comprised of religious and lay Catholics working towards liturgical reforms and greater lay involvement in the liturgy. The collection consists of organizational records once held by Thomas J. Carroll, SJ, Martin B. Hellriegel, William J. Leonard, SJ, and Shawn Sheehan, and includes correspondence, reports, minutes, and photographs.

Restrictions on Access

Collection is open for research. Audio recordings have been digitally copied; all original media were retained, but may not be played due to format. Digital use copies can only be accessed in the Burns Library Reading Room.

Dates: 1927 - 1990; Majority of material found within 1945 - 1969