Alfred McBride was born in 1928 in Philadelphia. He was ordained as a Roman Catholic priest in 1953 and has studied in Europe. He has a Ph.D. from Catholic University. McBride writes extensively on biblical and religious themes. His first book, "Bible Themes for Modern Man," was published in 1964. His latest book, "Images of Mary," is scheduled for publication in 1999. He also writes for newspapers and magazines. Father McBride is a member of the Norbertine Fathers religious order. He lives at St. Norbert's Abbey in Wisconsin.