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Father Stu is a 2022 biographical drama film starring Mark Wahlberg as Stuart Long, a boxer-turned-Catholic priest who lives with a progressive muscle disorder. The film is written and directed by Rosalind Ross in her directorial debut.
God wanted a fighter and He found one. Mark Wahlberg stars in the inspiring true-life story, Father Stu. Exclusively in movie theaters this Easter. #FatherSt...
- 4 min
- 10.8M
- Sony Pictures Entertainment
Father Stu: Directed by Rosalind Ross. With Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson, Jacki Weaver, Teresa Ruiz. Follows the life of Father Stuart Long, a boxer-turned-priest who inspired countless people during his journey from self-destruction to redemption.
- (32K)
- Biography, Drama
- Rosalind Ross
- 2022-04-15
- He Loved Bigfoot
- Go-Big-Or-Go-Home
- ‘When Everything Started’
- Priesthood and Pain
- ‘Carry The Disease For Christ’
- ‘We Can All Carry Our Crosses’
- ‘The Direction His Life Was Going’
- A Lasting Impression
- ‘A Perfect Intercessor’
- ‘Let Things Mature and See How The Lord Works’
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In his early 20s, Stu was a football player-turned-wrestler-turned-boxer who had serious aspirations of turning pro. He had a muscular build and a sharp intellect, and he treated arguing like a competitive sport. Stu was an outgoing guy with a great sense of humor – the kind of guy that people like to be around. Then he survived a serious motorcycl...
Stu was born on July 26, 1963 to Bill and Kathleen Long. He grew up in Helena, his parents’ hometown. Wahlberg’s movie depicts a tense family relationship, especially in connection to Stu’s father Bill, who was portrayed as a tough and mostly unloving man. But members of the Long family told The Pillarthe film’s account was heavily dramatized. Bill...
After high school, Stu attended nearby Carroll College, right in Helena. He majored in English, but his real love was boxing, which he picked up while in college, his dad said. Stu was a champion boxer and won the 1985 Golden Gloves heavyweight title for Montana. He thought seriously about going professional, until a fighter broke his jaw and Stu n...
During his time at Mt. Angel Seminary, Stu started experiencing some physical problems. At first it was a little bit of difficulty walking – a foot dragging or losing his balance. He put off going to the doctor. But the issues persisted, and eventually Stu had to get things checked out. Doctors first thought Stu had polymyositis, a treatable condit...
Stu was ordained a deacon in December 2006. But despite his determination, it seemed that might be the end of the road. Seminary formators had raised serious questions about whether Stu’s health made him suitable for priestly ministry. Stu might remain a deacon forever, rather than be ordained a priest. When he heard that news, Stu was crushed. It ...
On the day of his priestly ordination, Stu was on crutches. Bishop Thomas said he remembered that Stu seemed very weak. “He was quite fragile at the ordination. His mind was very lucid. His desire for priesthood was very strong, but his body was uncooperative.” Both new priests were expected to get up and address the congregation at the end of Ma...
Stu’s ministry didn’t stop because he wasn’t in a parish. As people heard about a holy priest, his work probably intensified. There were frequently long lines outside of his room – people waiting for confession and spiritual counsel. Theresa Quebedeaux and her husband met Fr. Stu through Fr. Bart, with whom they had been good friends since before h...
The people who surrounded Stu during his life say he continues to impact them. Fr. Bart said he hopes Stu’s life is an inspiration for those who feel far away from God. “If Stu Long can become Catholic and become a priest, nobody is beyond the love of God. Nobody. No matter who you are, no matter what you've done, nobody is beyond the love of God,”...
Other people who knew Fr. Stu say his influence in their lives has been more than inspirational – it’s been miraculous. Allison Bell met Stu in 2010, when she decided to visit Big Sky Care Facility as a corporal work of mercy. They enjoyed each other’s company, and Allison ended up joining a small workout group led by Fr. Stu. “You wouldn't think t...
Mary Emmons thinks Chris received a miracle through Fr. Stu’s intercession. And she thinks Fr. Stu’s canonization cause could be opened some day. In fact, several people who were close to Stu told The Pillarthat they believe he is a saint. They think he suffered heroically up to the end of his life, and they believe they have seen graces in their o...
Father Stu was a former boxer, wrestler and football player who became a Catholic priest and suffered from a progressive muscle disorder. Learn about his life, conversion, priesthood and legacy from his family, friends and the bishop who ordained him.
- Michelle La Rosa
Apr 13, 2022 · Father Stu, portrayed by Mark Wahlberg in a movie, was a former athlete, actor, and museum manager who became a priest after a life-changing accident. He served the Diocese of Helena with courage and compassion despite a debilitating disease until his death at 50.
Father Stu is based on the true-life story of boxer-turned-priest, Father Stuart Long, whose journey from self-destruction to redemption inspired countless people along...
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- Biography, Drama
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Based on a true story, Father Stu is an unflinchingly honest, funny and uplifting story about finding purpose in a most unexpected place. After surviving a terrible motorcycle accident, Stuart Long (Mark Wahlberg) wonders if he can use his second chance to help others find their way — and leads this former amateur boxer to the surprising ...
