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Fr. George Smith Blesses New Student Center

Fr. George Smith, CSB blessed the new center in the Lavery Library, marking a significant milestone in St. John Fisher University’s commitment to academic excellence and student support. The center […]

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Remembering Fr. Bernard ‘Jess’ Owens, CSB: A Life of Joyful Faith and Service

Fr. John Huber (Left) and Fr. Owens (Right) Fr. Jess Owens, CSB, passed away peacefully on 17 August 2025 in Tehuacán at the age of 86. A Basilian for 68 […]

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Basilians Celebrate The Feast of St. Lawrence

The parish community in Tehuacán, Mexico, came together with the Basilian Fathers to celebrate their patronal feast of St. Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr. The day was marked by vibrant red […]

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Fr. George Smith, CSB blessed the new Student Succ

Fr. George Smith, CSB blessed the new Student Success Center at @sjfuniversity! 🎉 This vibrant space is perfect for research, study, and connection. For over 50 years—and for many more to come—it will continue the legacy of Fr. Lavery and the #Basilians, supporting #students in their learning and growth. 📚✨

#community #education #prayer #library #priesthood #Basilian #university #school #catholic #church #jesus #god

When he celebrated his 5oth anniversary of ordinat

When he celebrated his 5oth anniversary of ordination, Father Christopher Iredale (1931 – 2015, ordained1958) summed up “what I have received and what I have given” with a line from the Epilogue lyrics of Les Misérables; “… remember the Truth that once was spoken: ‘To love another person is to see the face of God’.”

#tbt #priest #teacher #pastor #god #church #faith #jesus #christian #love #christianity #catholicchurch #parish #religion

Tall, red-haired, and with an undying dedication t

Tall, red-haired, and with an undying dedication to the poor, Father Robert Power's (1936-2007, ordained 1966) gift of inspiring others animated the spiritual life of Ste Anne’s, Detroit, as its pastor (1970–81), and brought to life a new community when he became the first director of the Basilian Lay Associate Program.

#tbt #priest #pastor #god #church #faith #jesus #christian #love #christianity #catholicchurch #parish #religion

This #tbt we honor and remeber Fr. Jess Owens, CS

This #tbt we honor and remeber Fr. Jess Owens, CSB, who passed away peacefully on 17 Aug 2025 at 86. A #Basilian for 68 years and a priest for 57, he impacted countless lives with humility, joy, and faith. Known for his warmth, humor, and devotion, he served communities in Canada, Mexico, and Paris. Over 1,000 people attended the funeral proceedings in Tehuacán, a testament to the lives he inspired.

#RIP #FrJessOwens #BasilianFathers #Faith #Service #Joy #ministry #priest

The parish community in Tehuacán, Mexico, came to

The parish community in Tehuacán, Mexico, came together with the #BasilianFathers to celebrate their patronal feast of #StLawrence ❤️🤍

The day was marked by vibrant red and white, heartfelt #devotion, and the joy of a #faithfilled community. From the #liturgy to the celebrations, parishioners and Basilians honored the witness of St. Lawrence and gave thanks for the unity that continues to inspire service and love. 🙏✨

#CatholicChurch #FeastDay #FaithInAction #Community #Mexico #BasilianFamily #DeaconAndMartyr #CatholicLife

✨ A beautiful evening at Assumption Parish in Wi

✨ A beautiful evening at Assumption Parish in Windsor as we gathered for the Vigil Mass of the Assumption, celebrated by Bishop Fabbro, CSB. 🙏💙

Moments like these remind us of the deep roots of faith in our community and the joy of coming together in prayer. 🌿✨

📸 Share your photos, tag us, and let us know how you celebrated this special feast! #AssumptionParish #BishopFabbro #VigilMass #FeastOfTheAssumption

With sadness, we share the passing of our confrere

With sadness, we share the passing of our confrere Fr. James Carruthers, CSB, born in Windsor, Ontario, and ordained in 1963. A devoted Basilian educator and scholar, he served in Canada, France, and the U.S., inspiring many through teaching and ministry.

The funeral will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Presentation Manor, Toronto, followed by burial at the Basilian Plot, Holy Cross Cemetery, Thornhill, Ontario.

#tbt #priest #teacher #educator #mentor #god #church #faith #jesus #christian #love #christianity #catholicchurch #parish #religion

A few moments from the Superior General’s Retrea

A few moments from the Superior General’s Retreat held last week. Fr. Joseph Pilsner, CSB, guided us through the spirituality of St. Basil—rooted in prayer, service, and community. A meaningful time of reflection, renewal, and brotherhood.

#community #prayer #priesthood #Basilian #Retreat #StBasil #catholic #church #jesus #god

📚 The Basilian Network for Education and the Ne

📚 The Basilian Network for Education and the New Evangelization (BNENE) brought together Educators and staff from Toronto, Houston, Novi, and Rochester. The community gathered at St. Michael’s College School to share, learn, and grow in the Basilian mission of teaching goodness, discipline, and knowledge.

🙏 Please keep all participants in your prayers as they continue to serve with faith and purpose.

#community #ministry #catholic #education #CatholicEducation #Goodness #Discipline #Knowledge #BNENE #church #catholicchurch #school

Fr. Paul English, CSB, and Fr. Morgan Rice, CSB, r

Fr. Paul English, CSB, and Fr. Morgan Rice, CSB, recently made a special visit to Fr. Jim Blocher, CSB, at Mother of Good Counsel Home in St. Louis to celebrate an incredible milestone—his 50th anniversary of Ordination.

Half a century of priestly service, faith, and love is no small thing. What a blessing to honor a life so fully given to God and others. 🙏❤️💚

#50YearsAFather #Basilian #catholic #priest #priesthood #church #community #ministry

Please keep our Colombian confrères in your praye

Please keep our Colombian confrères in your prayers as they begin their annual retreat in Bogotá on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. This Jubilee Year, they reflect on the theme Pilgrims of Hope under the guidance of Fr. Ismael Novoa Pinzón, CJM. 🙏

#CorpusChristi #Basilians #PilgrimsOfHope #JubileeYear #Retreat2025 #community #ministry #jesus #catholic #church

Our Basilian Lay Associates gathered this weekend

Our Basilian Lay Associates gathered this weekend for a retreat at St. Peter’s Seminary in London, Ontario. ✨

It was a time of prayer, reflection, and renewal — shared in community with Fr. Kevin Storey, CSB, Fr. Morgan Rice, CSB, and Fr. Norman Tanck, CSB.

Thank you to everyone who made this meaningful weekend possible.
#BasilianLayAssociates #BasilianFamily #Retreat #Weekend #Catholic #Community #StPetersSeminary #ministry #church #faith

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