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

Father Pinto Paul, C.S.C.

Father Pinto Paul, C.S.C., Ph.D., serves as the International Director of Holy Cross Family Ministries (HCFM). In this role, he provides leadership and support to HCFM ministries in 18 countries across 6 continents, helping advance the mission of strengthening family prayer, faith formation, and spiritual life around the world. Originally from Kerala, India, Father Pinto spent ten years as a missionary in Tripura with the Northeast Province of the Congregation of Holy Cross. Before his appointment as International Director, he served as Special Assistant to the President of Holy Cross Family Ministries. He also ministered for six years in Campus Ministry at Stonehill College, accompanying students in their faith formation, leadership development, and spiritual growth.

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Family Reflection Video: “If’s” and “But’s” of God’s Love

Are there any “if’s” and but’s” in God’s Love? Join me in a reflection about the Gospel and the reality of His Love.

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trust

Family Reflection Video: Work Rather Than Worry

We’ve heard it from our loving family members, close friends and even trusted doctors, “Don’t worry. It’ll work itself out. Don't worry.” If worrying isn't helpful, then why do we all do it?

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faithfulness  |  family  |  parent

Family Reflection Video: Touching the Lives of Others

Pope Francis is a great role model of warmth, compassion and affection to all, including the marginalized.

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grace  |  trust

Family Reflection Video: I am for You

“As ‘Keeper of the Gates,’ it is my duty to inform you that you must score a thousand points before you can pass through these Gates of Paradise,” Saint Peter said. “So tell me about your life on earth …”

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Learn more about our faith  |  The Sacraments

Family Reflection Video: Longing for the Real Food

I’ll never forget the face of the man on one of my mission tours in India who said, “I got the food I was longing for.”

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acceptance  |  joyful

Family Reflection Video: Transformative Seeking

Today’s readings invite us to search for the risen Lord. When we recognize Him, we will go on to lead transformed lives!

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