I want to express gratitude for the months that I have spent with the SS.CC. religious of the USA Eastern Coast Province and with the members of St. Joseph’s Parish and The Family Pantry - Damien’s Place. What I have learned and what everyone has so generously shared with me goes beyond all measure. Nothing can replace everything that I have experienced.  I will remain forever indebted to everyone.
    The memories of my pastoral year will always remind me of my lifelong commitment to the ministry that God has called me to undertake. I humbly ask that you continue to pray that I may persevere and that God will continue to call me to this life of service in his name.

Again, my sincere thanks and appreciation for everything; I will surely miss you all.

    On various occasions over the past year, photographer Jack Iddon, who is also the web designer for the Congregation’s Website, was able to follow Bro. Ross, who lived with the community at Damien Residence in Fairhaven, Mass. We regret that we were unable to do the same for Bro. Barnabas who served at the SS.CC.CIM in Artesia, New Mexico.