Father Baker another step nearer to sainthood Lackawanna priest declared 'venerable' after review of his life is approved by pope January 15, 2011, 7:16 AM Father Nelson H. Baker's journey to sainthood moved forward Friday, when Pope Benedict XVI approved an 800-page review of the Lackawanna priest's life. Father Baker, who died almost 75 years ago, has been declared the Venerable Father Nelson H. Baker. He devoted his priesthood to charitable works,helping mostly babies, children and women. He … [More]