The monk and the monsignor: Unexpected companions on a Utah journey of life and faith

How Father Patrick, who recently died, and Monsignor Daz met, ministered apart and spent their final years together.

(Intermountain Catholic and Michael Patrick O'Brien)
Monsignor Rudolph August Daz, left, and Father Patrick Boyle.

(Intermountain Catholic and Michael Patrick O'Brien) Monsignor Rudolph August Daz, left, and Father Patrick Boyle.

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