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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

Candlemas: The Humble Candle

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. February 2nd, 2018

Consider the humble candle: It’s is a poignant symbol of Christ, the Light of the world. Like Him, it gives light in the darkness. Like Him, its flame causes our hearts to feel the warmth of God’s love.

Celebrating family life

The Gospel of Life: Family Reflection Video

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. January 22nd, 2018

Saint Pope John Paul II said, “The Gospel of Life is at the heart of Jesus’ message.”

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