A Dedication to Francois Marie Scornet 1921 to 1941

"Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends"

John 15 verse 3

"I believe the end of my existence has come, I will die for France, bravely facing the enemy. In an hour it will be finished...be assured that I will die a good Christian...for the last time I embrace you..."

The above testimate was taken from the last known letter to his parents.

Deo Gratias

A History of the French Catholic Church in Jersey: 1790-2007

In Deo Gratias Diane Moore charts the compelling story of the return of Catholicism to Jersey after the Reformation; she begins her tale during the French revolution and chronologically researches the subsequent expansion and influence of the French Catholic Church and its people in the Island over the centuries,# An impressive collection of historical photos is merged with the text, bringing to life churches, schools and religious figures, A major contribution to Jersey`s Heritage, Diane Moore`s book will be invaluable to historians and academics alike, but above all, its and absorbing read which can only enrich knowledge of anyone interested in Jersey`s past.. Pages 179-182 of the book relates the Story of Francois Scornet in fine detail.

The book is on sale at the Société Jersiaise, the Museum and Waterstones in Jersey