Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story

I had heard of Father Flanagan and knew a little bit about the work he did. After watching Heart of a Servant I came to know Fr. Flanagan even better and learned things I never knew about him. This movie did an incredible job of sharing the real story of Fr. Flanagan and shared beautiful details of his life that many didn't know before watching this movie. The filmmakers truly dug into his life and created a beautiful movie honoring this incredible man of God. I was left inspired after watching this film and I felt like I got to know him better through those who knew him. Fr. Flanagan, pray for us.

I don't typically watch documentaries, but I live near Boys Town and was curious what I didn't know about Fr. Flanagan's life. Turns out there was a lot I didn't know!

This film wove together the various stages of his life in such a beautiful and compelling way. From his childhood to his call to the priesthood to illness and a life of service, you could truly understand what motivated him and how much he had to overcome to accomplish the mission he set before himself.

The film and his life were both inspiring, and I highly recommend it. It certainly is worth it to watch alone, but I can imagine it as an incredible tool for families or parish small groups to watch and discuss.

This was a wonderful film! I only knew a little about Father Flanagan and this documentary revealed so many things that I never knew.

What an amazing man and an amazing film that tells more about his remarkable life!

The details, directing, and filmography were impeccable. With a focus on his entire life, the film wove an interesting narrative that focused on Father Flanagan's mission. The interviews were also done very well and gave insights into the man who was Father to all in Boys Town and "America's number one dad."

After seeing this film, Boys Town is on my list of places to visit. Well done film and everyone (even if documentaries aren't normally your thing!) should watch it!

It was extremely inspiring to see how Fr. Flanigan stepped out in faith and made such a change in the lives of so many youths!

There is a very moving scene where a man shares how "Boy's Town" affected his life and how he bonded with others there because of their mutual experience of prior suffering. What a great way to show how God brings good out of everything-even our deepest pains!

This film also explores the power of praying together as they were out of food and petitioned the Lord and witnessed His miracles. It's a great reminder of how we are called to participate in God's plan which brings Him glory!

Fr. Flanigan didn't believe in bad boys, he believed in boys who needed love and a good example. He shows us how we should all see each other through the eyes of God and welcome all!

I can't recommend this film enough!

I grew up knowing about Fr. Flanigan and Boys Town. I saw the movie Boys Town on TV when I was about 4. But this was no dry documentary telling us things we already knew. This piece was lovingly created by people who took the time to find out who he truly was. To go to the town where he was born. To interview people who knew him or had connections to him. The creators wove and blended his story with words and pictures that left me feeling that I knew him. This man and all he stood for. This is how I was raised to be a good American. I would like every American to see this. To remind us of who we were, who we are, and who we can be. I did not know what to expect seeing this film, but I did not expect this.