Celebrating Members of Our Leadership at the and

n Sunday, October 23, members of the St. Thomas of Villanova Leadership Society and the St. Augustine Legacy Society gathered in Corr Chapel on the campus of Villanova University for the celebration of Mass – presided over by Prior Provincial Robert P. Hagan, O.S.A. and music provided by musicians from St. Thomas of Villanova Parish.

Afterward, all gathered at St. Augustine Friary, home of the Provincial Office, for a delicious brunch and recognition of their faithful support and ous hearts, which allow the friars to live their way of life and perform their ministries. Members received legacy coins and St. Thomas of Villanova pins as a small token of their dedication to the Augustinians.

“We are so grateful to the members of our giving societies, whose generosity sustains the Augustinian way of life,” said Brian Kelley, the province’s associate director of advancement.

“Their gifts ensure a strong Augustinian presence in our schools, parishes and ministries, and support our friars in formation and those who are infirm and elderly.

It’s a pleasure to be able to honor them in this small way.”