Fairhaven, Mass.- Secular Branch members of the USA Eastern Province renewed their commitment to the Congregation’s lay order during an evening liturgy Tuesday, May 13, at 5 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church in Fairhaven, Mass.

Secular Branch members renewed their commitment for one year. Members signed their commitment at the altar and received pins signifying their formal promise from Fr. Pat Killilea, ss.cc., pastor at St. Mary’s and Secular Branch spiritual mentor for the province.  Vicar Provincial, Fr. Stan Kolasa, ss.cc., concelebrated the liturgy with Fr. Pat Killilea, ss.cc.   A reception for members and their guests followed the ceremony.