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Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C.

Father Wilfred J. Raymond, C.S.C. (Father Willy), a native of Old Town, Maine, is the eighth of 12 children. He joined the Congregation of Holy Cross in 1964 and was ordained to the priesthood in 1971. He earned a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Stonehill College in 1967 and a master’s in Theology from the University of Notre Dame in 1971. He served in ministry at Stonehill College (1979-1992), Holy Cross leadership (1994-2000), National Director of Family Theater Productions, Hollywood (2000-2014), and President of Holy Cross Family Ministries (2014-2022). In addition to English, he is conversant in French and Spanish. He remains a diehard fan of the Boston Red Sox, even though he has served as Chaplain for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Holy lives of inspiration | Seasonal Reflections

Responding to the Light of Christ: Family Reflection Video

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. January 6th, 2020

The Great Light guiding the Magi to Christ encountered the brightest Light of all-Christ the Lord, in the manger at Bethlehem.

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Remain In Him: Family Reflection Video

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. January 2nd, 2020

Saint John today says, “Children, remain in him” {Christ}. Let me offer a way for families to remain in Christ, that also responds to the question they asked John the Baptist. Who are you and Why do you baptize?

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Holy lives of inspiration

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. January 1st, 2020

Today, at the beginning of a new calendar year, it is so important to remember that Mary “kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart.” These things are the great blessings bestowed upon her and the whole human race by the Triune God.

Joseph's Letter to Jesus

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. December 25th, 2019

Merry Christmas readers! Your participation in our daily reflections is a real blessing. Today I have a very special gift to share with you; a beautiful and inspirational reflection by Father Francesco Cosentino. I hope it touches your heart on this holy day of joy!

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Dream Big! Family Reflection Video

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. December 23rd, 2019

This week opens God’s word to us in a most surprising way. If you stand still and quiet before the manger and allow the awe of this moment to penetrate your being, it might turn everything upside down!

Let it Be Done By Faith: Family Reflection Video

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. December 6th, 2019

Physical blindness in the scriptures often indicates a spiritual blindness.