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Father Boby John, C.S.C.

Father Boby John, C.S.C., ordained a priest in the Congregation of Holy Cross in 2008, worked as a pastor and an educator with tribal populations in Northeast India for thirteen years. Originally from Kerala, India, Father Boby grew up with his parents and three siblings. He is a dedicated and detailed educationist with a Master's degree in Educational Management and is pursuing a PhD in Educational Leadership. He is currently working as the Co-Director of Family Rosary, USA, and as the chaplain at the world headquarters of Holy Cross Family Ministries, North Easton, Massachusetts.

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Wrestling With God - Family Reflection Video

By: Father Boby John, C.S.C. July 11th, 2023

Although I'm not a big boxing or wrestling fan, Mary Kom makes the sport interesting for Indians. Defeating world-renowned North Korean Jang Song Ae in boxing, Mary returned home as a hero.

Healing the family

Jesus' Touch is Essential - Family Reflection Video

By: Father Boby John, C.S.C. July 10th, 2023

According to Dr. James Dobson's book, Coming Home, Timeless Wisdom for Families, published in 1998, King Frederick II studied fifty infants in the 13th century to determine which language they would speak if they were never exposed to spoken words. Consequently, he assigned foster mothers to bathe and breastfeed the children but prohibited them from talking to them or cuddling with them.

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Strengthening family unity

A Second Chance - Family Reflection Video

By: Father Boby John, C.S.C. July 7th, 2023

Ben Carson faced the greatest challenge of his life: the separation of seven-month-old Siamese twins. The surgical team practiced the procedures for weeks because even a slight error could cost lives. During the fourteen-hour operation, Carson said, "We did our best. The rest is God's." Today, he is one of the most celebrated pediatric neurosurgeons in the world.

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Finding Blessings God’s Way - Family Reflection Video

By: Father Boby John, C.S.C. June 26th, 2023

The Mass Readings of today seem all too familiar. The messages of "trust God" as Abram did and the "stop judging others" message from Matthew had been retold repeatedly. What is there new to say besides the same old storylines? As I read through the readings, I saw a connectedness between the readings that made great sense.

Where Your Treasure Is - Family Reflection Video

By: Father Boby John, C.S.C. June 23rd, 2023

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus has some challenging images about our hearts and eyes. He says your eyes search for what will intensify the heart's treasure. You will look for what you want the most with the greatest watchfulness.

Vengeance is not Sweet – Family Reflection Video

By: Father Boby John, C.S.C. June 19th, 2023

It is amazing how many films have been made about vengeance. The most successful story of long-drawn-out vengeance is that of The Count of Monte Cristo. It is the classic tale by French novelist Alexandre Dumas (1802-1870) about Edmond Dantes, who spends years in prison unjustly but escapes to seek revenge on the enemies who framed him. Between 1934 and 1975, at least four versions were produced under the title The Count of Monte Cristo.