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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.

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Family Reflection Video: Unbroken Faith

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. January 12th, 2017

Have you ever thought, Lord, if you are there, come to our aid, my family has nowhere else to turn? Believe me, you’re not alone in this thought.

Family Reflection Video: Baptism of the Lord

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

Today, through a personal family story, we reflect on the grace of Baptism, the first sacrament you receive in the Catholic Church.

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Family Reflection Video: Holy Family

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. December 30th, 2016

It’s always lots of fun to flip through photos on your phone, send them to your family and friends, and laugh about the joyful memories you had together. Today, just like our old photos, we recall the moments shared during this rich Christmas week.