Father Henry Tevlin


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		Father Henry Tevlin Assembly #2108 Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree . . . The History In The Name

	Many people have asked me “Who was Fr. Henry Tevlin and why is your Assembly #2108 named for him?” I have discovered that there is so much behind Fr. Tevlin -- those who knew him well express such love and respect for him and the work he did while among the Oratorians here in Rock Hill, that I could not even begin to merge their comments into something more concise. Nothing should be left out. Quite simply put, Fr. Tevlin touched hearts . . . he healed wounds . . . he guided gently . . . and he felt deeply for the people in his spiritual care. Fr. Joseph Wahl of The Oratory has supplied us with his own memories and facts about the life and times of Fr. Tevlin. Additionally, you will find two links at the bottom of this page for articles by others who had their lives changed by his very presence here in Rock Hill. Please read them all -- you will be inspired, and you’ll understand why Assembly #2108 is honored to bear his name.

From Fr. Joseph Wahl . . . “Some of my own personal recollections of Fr. Tevlin:”

Father Henry Tevlin joined the Rock Hill Oratory in 1940. He studied theology at St. Meinrad Seminary, Indiana. He was ordained to the priesthood on May 10, 1946.

His first assignment was to St. Mary's in Rock Hill as parochial vicar and later became pastor.

He was a key person in the establishment of the Crawford Federal Credit Union to help the poor's economic situation by avoiding loan sharks. He was active in the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s. During the term of Vice President Hubert Humphrey he was an advisor to the federal government on how to assist the poor in government programs.

He was known for his gentle loving ways and "Irish humor."

He later moved on to serve as pastor of St. Anne's and was a strong presence in St. Anne's Catholic School. In 1974 he lessened his pastoral activities due to health problems. With his own health problems he was compassionate and loved by the sick and the elderly in our local hospital and nursing homes.

For many years he was active as a Spiritual Director of Cursillo.

He was active in the Knights of Columbus and served as chaplain.

He died on May 2, 1986.

These articles speak to the heart of Fr. Tevlin and the long-lasting effect he had on just two of the families who came to know and love him in Rock Hill. Click the links to download and read online or print.

“The Oratorians and I” by Lester Gaither

“Steps on My Journey” by Msgr. Jim White

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