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

Father Leo Polselli, C.S.C.

Father Leo Polselli, C.S.C. is Chaplain at the Father Peyton Center in Easton, MA. Before coming to Holy Cross Family Ministries he served as a teacher and a parish priest. He also served for six years as a General Assistant of the Congregation in Rome, Italy. Originally from Fall River, MA, Father Leo grew up with eight siblings. Gifted with several languages, he is able to serve the Brazilian, Cape Verdean, Portuguese, Spanish and Haitian communities. When he's not greeting everyone who comes to the Father Peyton Center, you can find him regularly reading newspapers!

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faithfulness  |  service

Family Reflection Video: The Healing Touch of Jesus

Are you or someone you love hurting and seeking help? Today we hear the cries of the suffering, feel the compassion of Jesus, and witness His unending mercy.

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holy-family  |  parent

Family Reflection Video: The Faith of Our Grandmothers and Mothers

Have you ever thought about your faith journey and who has helped you along the way? Today I want to share stories about two spiritual role models from my own life; those people who radiated faith and inspired me to do the same.

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faithfulness  |  strength and hope

Family Reflection Video: A Day of Prayer for the Gift of Life

On this day of prayer in the United States, we honor all human life. Please gather your family and join us in prayer.

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inspiration  |  service

Family Reflection Video: The Call of Jesus to Join His Symphony

Imagine leaving behind your job, family and everything you’ve worked for to follow Jesus. Would you lay down your life for the sake of the gospel?

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faithfulness  |  strength and hope

Family Reflection Video: Harden Not Your Hearts

“Jesus entered the synagogue. There was a man there who had a withered hand. They [the critics of Jesus] watched Jesus closely to see if he would cure him on the Sabbath so that they might accuse him.” (Mark 3:1)

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inspiration  |  strength and hope

Family Reflection Video: “For This Purpose I Have Come”

We all have fears. Suffering and death are two common yet crippling fears. But did you know that you’re born with very few fears?

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