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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.

peace | trust

Family Reflection Video: Prayer Makes All the Difference

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. March 9th, 2017

The family that prays will have the Risen Lord Jesus as a frequent guest in their home.

Lent | saints

Family Reflection Video: Ash Wednesday - Set the World on Fire

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. March 2nd, 2017

We are reminded year after year on Ash Wednesday. We were created from dust and upon our death, we will return to dust. But what about in between?

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inspiration | saints

Family Reflection Video: All In

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. March 1st, 2017

A new book just released by Ave Maria Press called All In by Pat Gohn, encourages us to become aware of one thing.

friendships | inspirational

Family Reflection Video: A Faithful Friend is a Treasure

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. February 28th, 2017

If you truly love someone, you can see the face of God in them. A faithful friend is a treasure indeed.

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.