Russell Shaw's Life and Works
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During which years did Russell Shaw serve as the Secretary for Public Affairs of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops/United States Catholic Conference?

  • 1987 to 1997
  • 1966 to 1969
  • 1969 to 1987 (correct)
  • 1957 to 1966
  • What was Russell Shaw's role with the Knights of Columbus?

  • Director of publications and information
  • Director of information (correct)
  • Contributing editor
  • Reporter
  • Which of Russell Shaw's books was published in 2008?

  • American Church
  • The Catholic Church and Politics
  • Nothing to Hide (correct)
  • Eight Popes and the Crisis of Modernity
  • What is Russell Shaw's educational background?

    <p>BA and MA from Georgetown University (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Russell Shaw receive an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters?

    <p>2019 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Russell Shaw

    A journalist and author with a background in Catholic publications.

    Georgetown University Degrees

    Russell Shaw holds both a BA and MA from this university.

    National Catholic Educational Association

    An organization where Shaw served as Director of publications and information from 1966 to 1969.

    Knights of Columbus

    A Catholic fraternal service organization where Shaw was Director of information from 1987 to 1997.

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    Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters

    An award received by Shaw from the Catholic University of America in 2019 for his contributions.

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    Author's Background

    • Russell Shaw earned a BA and MA from Georgetown University
    • Worked as a reporter for the Catholic News Service from 1957 to 1966
    • Served as director of publications for the National Catholic Educational Association from 1966 to 1969
    • Held the position of Secretary for Public Affairs for the National Conference of Catholic Bishops/United States Catholic Conference from 1969 to 1987
    • Served as director of information for the Knights of Columbus from 1987 to 1997
    • Contributing editor of "Our Sunday Visitor" weekly
    • Author of twenty-four books, including "Nothing to Hide" (2008), "American Church" (2013), and "Eight Popes and the Crisis of Modernity" (2016)
    • Awarded an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from the Catholic University of America in 2019
    • Married to Carmen and has five children, ten grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren

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    Explore the life and contributions of Russell Shaw, a prominent figure in the Catholic community and author of numerous influential books. This quiz covers his education, career milestones, and significant publications. Test your knowledge about his background and impact.

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