Background
Nicholas, Joseph Alphonsus Mc was born on January 13, 1923 in Saint Louis. Son of Joseph Alphonsus and Mary Blanche (Tallon) McNicholas.
Nicholas, Joseph Alphonsus Mc was born on January 13, 1923 in Saint Louis. Son of Joseph Alphonsus and Mary Blanche (Tallon) McNicholas.
Student Kenrick Theological
Ordained priest Roman Catholic Church, 1949, consecrated bishop, 1969. Parish priest, Saint Louis, 1949-1969. Secretary Catholic Charities, Saint Louis, 1957-1975.
Roman Catholic chaplain Saint Louis Juvenile Court, 1957-1970.
Auxiliary bishop Archdiocese Saint Louis, 1969-1975. Bishop of Springfield, Illinois, 1975-1983.
Vice chairman Human Development Corporation Metropolitan Saint Louis, 1967-1975. Named Missouri Citizen of Year, Missouri Association Social Welfare, 1968.
Member Academy Certified Social Workers, National Association Social Workers, Child Welfare League American (vice president).