Father Baker was shocked at his first assignment from the Bishop – he was appointed assistant superintendent of the institutions at Limestone Hill under his friend Father Hines. Thousands were left destitute, hungry and/or homeless. Western New Yorkers were not immune to the suffering. For many of them, though, a hero arose: Father Baker . Those records that have been left behind from that era tell a story of a bustling “City of Charity” that did more good than can be imagined . On January 14, 2011, Pope Benedict XVI approved its contents, bestowing upon Father Baker the title of “ Venerable Nelson Baker .” A special Mass to celebrate was held on March 19th of that year, the anniversary of his ordination. Learn more about the inspirational work of Father Baker and the impact he has had on many children, adults, and families. Watch the piece, produced by Pete Gallivan, as a part of his ongoing “Unknown Stories of WNY” series, by clicking here. Filled with artifacts from his life, cherished memories of people impacted by his ministry, and interesting facts and figures along the way, the museum serves as a tool to illustrate both the history and present-day impact of Father Baker ’ s Legacy of Caring.
Father Baker & Nummies: A Deeper Dive Than You Ever Imagined
Father Baker was shocked at his first assignment from the Bishop -- he was appointed assistant superintendent of the institutions at Limestone Hill under his fr...
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