Crossroads - Volume 5

The power of faith is the subject of this inspiring dramatic anthology series from the 1950s, showcasing true stories about men of the cloth and people in crisis. Priests, ministers and rabbis become deeply involved in the lives of individuals at the crossroads of life, where sin and salvation intersect. Crossroads ran on ABC for two seasons, from 1955 to 1957.

THE UNHOLY TRIO: A rabbi is the only one who can save an innocent man from the electric chair.

GOD IN THE STREET: A destitute veteran finds hope with the Salvation Army.

RINGSIDE PADRE: When two teenagers are severely injured in a boxing match, a padre campaigns to have the rules changed.

THE MIRACLE OF FAITH: An Episcopal minister comes to the aid of a mentally ill housewife.

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