BOSTON For Father Francis Godkin, FPO, the idea of being an instrument of God s peace, as the Prayer of St. Francis says, has always been important though his understanding of what that means has changed over time.
Growing up in Houston, Texas, Father Godkin went to local schools and received the sacraments from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish. His mother consecrated him and his two siblings, individually, in the Marian consecration when they were children.
For many years, Father Godkin thought he would become a professional musician. He played piano and percussion from a young age, and it made him happy to see that people enjoyed hearing him play.
Eight new priests lay prostrate before the altar of the Cathedral of the Holy Cross during their ordination Mass celebrated by Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley, May 22. Pilot photo/Gregory L. Tracy Newly ordained Fathers Valanarasu Newton-Williamraj, Robert LeBlanc, Francis Godkin FPO, David Campo, Kevin Pleitez, Fernando Ayala, Leonardo Moreira and Alwin Chinnappan pose with Cardinal O’Malley following their ordination Mass May 22.
Pilot photo/Gregory L. Tracy Cardinal O’Malley lays his hands on Father Kevin Pleitez, ordaining him to the priesthood.
Pilot photo/Gregory L. Tracy The cardinal shares the sign of peace with Father Robert LeBlanc.
Pilot photo/Gregory L. Tracy
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