Father Patrick Peyton was an Irish-American priest known for his strong advocacy of family prayer. He popularized the phrase "The family that prays together stays together," emphasizing the importance of prayer in family life. He founded the Family Rosary and the Family Theater Productions, which aimed to promote the Rosary and family values through media. Born on January 28, 1909, in Attymass, Ireland, Father Peyton immigrated to the United States in 1928. He became a priest in 1941 and dedicated his life to spreading the message of prayer. His work led to numerous public events, including large prayer rallies, and he became a well-known figure in the Catholic community.