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

Father Jilson Tom, C.S.C.

Father Jilson Tom, C.S.C. is from the Northeast India Province of Holy Cross. A native of Kerala, Father Jilson has been serving in a parish and school ministry since his ordination twelve years ago. He joins the Family Rosary team as an Assistant, while he works to study Pastoral Counseling in the Boston area. With a personal devotion to Mother Mary, Father Jilson is thrilled to be working to enhance family prayer through the Rosary. And if you ever need a listening ear or want to play a board game, Father Jilson’s your guy!

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Strengthening family unity  |  Why pray?

The Kingdom of God is within You: Family Reflection Video

It is closer than you think!

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Holy lives of inspiration  |  Seasonal Reflections

The Be Happy Attitudes: Family Reflection Video

Are we living a life of commitment or convenience?

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Return to the Church  |  Strengthening family unity

The Fire and the Fire Extinguishers: Family Reflection Video

There’s an ironic scene in front of the Jesuit headquarters in Rome with a very important message for us.

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Why pray?

Human Dignity and Vulnerability: Family Reflection Video

There is a power in the “Our Father.”

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Why pray?

What Holds Us Back? Family Reflection Video

Are we living through God or our own ways?

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Celebrating family life

Fasten Your Hands on the Plow: Family Reflection Video

What can falling on my face teach us about distraction?

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