Xaverian Brothers

Xaverian Brothers In Harmony Small Things Grow. The Congregation of the Brothers of St. Francis Xavier. Join us in our mission to serve the poor and marginalized.

Founded in 1839 by Theodore James Ryken, with a vision to form a community of laymen who as Religious Brothers would participate in the Church's mission of evangelization through a life of Gospel service lived in solidarity and availability among the people.

On August 7-9, 2026, 41 new teachers and staff members from across the Xaverian Brothers Sponsored Schools (XBSS) gather...
09/01/2026

On August 7-9, 2026, 41 new teachers and staff members from across the Xaverian Brothers Sponsored Schools (XBSS) gathered at the Maritime Conference Center in Maryland for the annual XBSS New Teacher and Staff Orientation/Retreat. The three-day experience invited participants not simply to learn about Xaverian history, but to consider what it means to become a “partner in mission” and carry the Xaverian charism into their own classrooms and school communities. A highlight of the weekend was a panel featuring Brother Michael McCarthy, Brother John Hamilton, Brother Bill Griffin, Megan Dean, a teacher and Assistant Principal at Our Lady of Good Counsel, and Mary Abdo, theology teacher and campus minister from Mount St. Joseph. Kevin Abdo is pictured here introducing the panel.

August 16-20, the Kenyan region gathered for a retreat at the Franciscan Sisters in Nairobi. The four-day retreat focuse...
08/27/2026

August 16-20, the Kenyan region gathered for a retreat at the Franciscan Sisters in Nairobi. The four-day retreat focused on deepening the union with Christ within the context of community religious life. The retreat ended with the temporary professed Brothers renewing their vows.

08/25/2026

MSJ President Mr. Brendan Donohue received a Heavy Hitter Award from the Orioles because of the 700+ members of Gael Nation who cheered the Orioles on to victory during MSJ Night at Camden Yards!

Catch up with our students in Haiti! Read our latest Sant Newsletter here: https://xaverianbrothers.org/wp-content/uploa...
08/14/2026

Catch up with our students in Haiti! Read our latest Sant Newsletter here:https://xaverianbrothers.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Sant-August-2026.pdf

Brothers Dominique Olondo, John Hamilton, and Larry Harvey had the opportunity to meet with the Bishop of Bungoma, Bisho...
08/09/2026

Brothers Dominique Olondo, John Hamilton, and Larry Harvey had the opportunity to meet with the Bishop of Bungoma, Bishop Mark Kadima, while he was attending a meeting of the Bishops of East Africa at The Catholic University of East Africa. Bishop Mark was taught by the Brothers at St. Peter’s.

The Brothers’ new community in Bungoma, Kenya recently received a refurbished chalice donated by Brother William Ciganek...
08/07/2026

The Brothers’ new community in Bungoma, Kenya recently received a refurbished chalice donated by Brother William Ciganek. Brother Raphael Wanjala is pictured here in the chapel at the Godrick Community.

08/05/2026

⭐ Resident Spotlight : Kenney Gorman ⭐

Kenney grew up in Manhattan before moving to Louisville in 1968 to teach at St. Xavier High School. Having joined the Xaverian Brothers in 1964, he devoted 11 years to teaching at St. Xavier High School, where he formed lasting relationships with his students. Today, he still enjoys keeping in touch with many of them.

Kenney later spent 18 years in parish ministry. After a yearlong sabbatical, he completed a Clinical Pastoral Education residency at a trauma center, preparing him for a new ministry in healthcare. He then joined Catholic Healthcare, where he educated and mentored chaplains and other healthcare professionals.

Today, Kenney continues to serve as president of the Resident Council at Treyton Oak Towers. He treasures the many opportunities for friendship, service, and community life, while also appreciating the freedom to enjoy quiet reflection and the privacy of his own apartment.

We’re grateful for Kenney’s leadership, wisdom, and the wonderful presence he brings to our community! 💚

On July 17th, Brother John Hamilton received the perpetual vows of Brother Kevin Masese in Bungoma, Kenya. Father Julius...
08/04/2026

On July 17th, Brother John Hamilton received the perpetual vows of Brother Kevin Masese in Bungoma, Kenya. Father Julius Oyoo, Vicar General of the Catholic Diocese of Bungoma presided over the celebration of Mass joined by many priests from Bungoma and neighboring dioceses. Pictured in the last photo: Brothers singing the congregational hymn at the profession. Celebrating 187 years of the Xaverian Brothers – 187 years of faith, service, and transforming lives through education and mission.

07/23/2026

Pope Leo offers words of faith in a letter sent to the Conference of Major Superiors of Men (CMSM) in the United States of America, celebrating its ...

Last week, our five novices began their novitiate year at our international novitiate in Kipushi, Congo. Please keep the...
07/15/2026

Last week, our five novices began their novitiate year at our international novitiate in Kipushi, Congo. Please keep these young men in your prayers as they continue their journey. First photo, left to right: Novices Willis (Kenya), Luc (DRC), Léon (DRC), Eliud (Kenya), and Adelard (DRC)

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