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"The family that prays together stays together." - Venerable Patrick Peyton

Father David Marcham

Father David S. Marcham is a priest of the Archdiocese of Boston and serves as Vice Postulator and Guild Director of the Cause for Canonization of Venerable Patrick Peyton. Before entering St. John’s Seminary in Brighton, Massachusetts, he worked for eleven years as a physical therapist in Boston-area hospitals. Ordained in 2005, Father David was assigned to St. Mary Parish in Franklin, Massachusetts. His involvement in Father Peyton’s Cause began in 2007, when he assisted Father George Lucas, C.S.C., in advancing the Cause for Canonization. Appointed Vice Postulator in 2009, Father David oversees the progress of the Cause, directs the Guild, and promotes devotion to Father Peyton’s legacy of family prayer.

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Why pray?

How Do I See Things: Family Reflection Video

It’s the time of year we make resolutions and try to see things anew.

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Healing the family

Bringing People to Jesus: Family Reflection Video

Wouldn’t it be great if we could bring a struggling friend or family member directly to Jesus to be healed?

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Holy lives of inspiration  |  Seasonal Reflections

The Holy Innocents: Family Reflection Video

The Church calendar might seem out of order to have this feast day within the Octave of Christmas.

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Love thy Neighbor  |  Seasonal Reflections

What Are You Waiting For? Family Reflection Video

Waiting in line. Waiting to see the doctor. Waiting for a prayer to be answered. One thing’s for sure ... we live in an in-between state.

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Holy lives of inspiration  |  Strengthening family unity

Santa Lucia and The Light of Christ: Family Reflection Video

Most of us carry a burden or several burdens … and I think you would agree, most of us could use some rest.

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Strengthening family unity

Where Do You Get Your Strength?: Family Reflection Video

Where we find strength may be more of a spiritual journey than a location.

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