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

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.

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John  |  joyful  |  parent

Family Reflection Video: An Ode to Easter Joy!

Easter is the most joyful time of the year. In today’s Gospel the three most important words are: joy, love and commandments.

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celebration  |  family  |  parent

A Mother's Day Message

A special message to all mothers on this celebratory day.

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disciple  |  family  |  service

Family Reflection Video: A Disciple's Job Description

Think you have what it takes for the job? What skills, talents and qualities does it require? At the Last Supper, Jesus gives us a simple job description of a disciple.

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Pope-Francis  |  faithfulness  |  strength and hope

Family Reflection Video: Because I Know the Psalm

Pope Francis breaks away from the prepared text to offer some beautiful, humble and wise advice to 10 newly ordained priests in Rome. Actually, his advice can inspire us too today!

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faithfulness  |  family  |  parent

Family Reflection Video: They Shall All be Taught by God

Think about your impression of God. Does the thought make you nervous and a little anxious? Do you envision God to be frightening and powerful? Is He your best friend, your enemy or missing from your life entirely?

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easter  |  faithfulness  |  saints

Family Reflection Video: We Need a Pulse

Today I share an amazing story of a resurrection that I witnessed recently in my hometown of Old Town, Maine.

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