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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.

faithfulness | strength and hope

Family Reflection Video: It all Began with a Question

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. February 16th, 2017

“Who do you say that I am?” Peter responded boldly, “You are the Messiah.” These words become the launching pad of our faith.

Family Reflection Video: Let Him Enter Your Boat

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. February 13th, 2017

Just show me a sign! Have you ever heard someone say this … or have you said it yourself? Sometimes we need direction or just want to know that our prayers are being heard.

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Family Reflection Video: Know God and Receive Hope

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. February 8th, 2017

A woman kidnapped at a young age who bore 144 scars inflicted by others once said, “I am definitively loved and whatever happens to me, I am awaited by the Love. And so my life is good.” Saint Josephine Bakhita reflects a remarkable pillar of hope for each of us.

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Family Reflection Video: The Most Wounded Among Us

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. January 30th, 2017

It might be difficult to recognize someone who’s wounded. Today’s reflection starts with a story where I happened upon a wounded soul on my own front porch.

Family Reflection Video: Is There Life After Delivery?

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. January 27th, 2017

If you haven’t already heard about this unique little story that has been circulating the internet, take a few minutes today to listen. And prepare to be awed.

Family Reflection Video: Encountering Christ on the Road

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. January 25th, 2017

Can you imagine walking down the road and meeting Jesus face to face? Today let’s spend a few moments to think about how we encounter Christ each day.