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First National Bank

This is the place Joe goes for his haircuts with his Uncle Bobby at first, and continues through the novel.

Hair shirt

This is the item Joe takes from the Rector in hopes wearing it will give him a leg up on his spiritual journey.

Prie-Dieu

Used as a plant stand when Joe arrives at Holy Faith, this is the object Joe moves to his room so he can pray.

Calloused knees

This is what Joe sees on Father Van Slaag’s body, proving to him that Slaag must indeed be a saint.

Baths

Joe prefers these to showers and takes them often, sometimes more than once a day.

VW Beetle

This is what Joe’s new curate drives, which Joe finds inappropriate and does not want it seen in front of the rectory.

Baseball

This is Joe’s favorite sport to watch on TV...

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