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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: God is with Us

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. December 19th, 2016

Sometimes God comes to us in surprising ways. Even with all the rushing around this season brings, God is with us.

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Family Reflection Video: Find the Light in Every Darkness

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. December 14th, 2016

Advent (ad∙vent) noun : IN ROMAN TIMES - The Emperor has arrived at the city gates, prepare the way for him. Open the doors to let him in with warm welcome.

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Family Reflection Video: The Woman Who Converted a Continent

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. December 12th, 2016

God is quite the artist. Have you seen his freehand of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Juan Diego’s cloak?

Family Reflection Video: The Proof is in the Pudding

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. December 9th, 2016

Do you ever feel like you’re at a crossroads in your life and forced to make a decision that might not be popular? Often it’s not easy.

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Family Reflection Video: The Immaculate Conception

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. December 9th, 2016

Today on the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary we reflect on the beauty and goodness of Mary.

faithfulness | strength and hope

Family Reflection Video: A Firm Foundation

By: Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C. December 1st, 2016

Who would you say is the architect of your family? Grounded in our love for God and each other, we strive to create a strong and sustaining foundation of faith.