Father Bob: The Larrikin Priest

· Bolinda · Narrated by Francis Greenslade and Fr Bob Maguire
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This is the life story of Father Bob Maguire – a rare behind-the-scenes look at the much-loved 'people's priest'. The enigmatic champion of the down-and-out was shaped by a lonely childhood in poor circumstances, an early priesthood that collided with the upheaval of Vatican 11 and working with the army during the Vietnam War. This is a lively portrait of the man behind the resilient social activist and popular media performer who refuses to be defeated by enforced retirement from the parish over which he presided for nearly 40 years.

About the author

Sue Williams is an award-winning journalist and columnist. She has written for all of Australia's leading newspapers and magazines, as well as having her own opinion segment on a TV show. Born in England, she has also worked in print and TV in the UK and New Zealand and spent many years travelling around the world.

Francis Greenslade began performing with Adelaide University Footlights and has since worked extensively in theatre and television. Theatre companies he has worked for include Melbourne Theatre Company, Sydney Theatre Company, State Theatre Company and Playbox. Francis is best known for his television appearances in The Micallef Programme, Full Frontal and Pig's Breakfast.

Father Bob was one of Australia’s best-loved parish priests; he appears Sunday nights on Triple J. From 1973 he served as Parish Priest at Sts. Peter and Paul’s in South Melbourne. He co-founded Open Family in 1978 and to this day he continues his work with the street people of Melbourne – Emerald Hill Mission is managed by volunteers at the rear of the parish house where food is cooked and served on a daily basis.

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