Nun famous for kissing Elvis prays for miracle

In the little town of Bethlehem, Conn., a cloistered nun who gave Elvis Presley his first on-screen kiss is praying for a Christmas miracle.

Dolores Hart left Hollywood in 1963 to become a nun in Connecticut. But she's back in the spotlight as her order seeks to raise $4 million to renovate its property.

This time, the attention is all about serving the King of Kings, not smooching the King of Rock and Roll.

The Abbey of Regina Laudis needs major upgrades to meet fire, safety and accessibility codes.

The nuns don't have much money, but they have Mother Dolores, whose fame as a onetime starlet might lure the support of film fans — particularly those who adore all things Elvis.

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