Affiliation to the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, Father Ray Webb, AFSC

On Sunday, 29 February 2004, Father Ray Webb was affiliated to the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. Father Ray is a priest of the Archdiocese of Chicago who has spent most of his priestly life in the formation of candidates to the priesthood. He is currently the Vice President for Academic Affairs of the University of St. Mary of the Lake at Mundelein, Illinois, the seminary for the Archdiocese of Chicago.

Fr. Ray Webb has been closely connected with and continuously supportive of Bethlehem University from its founding in 1973. He has taught consecutively in every summer session held at Bethlehem University, lived in community with the Brothers, presided over daily liturgies, and participated fully in the life and ministry of the Brothers.

Father Ray has been mentor to young teachers and assisted many on the Bethlehem University faculty in their research projects. Father Ray is known and respected by his Bethlehem University students past and present.

As a highly esteemed priest of the Archdiocese of Chicago, and a person that has embodied the Lasallian spirit of commitment to the education of Palestinian youth, the Brothers are honored to welcome Father Ray as an Affiliate Brother.

Remarks Made by Father Ray Webb During the Affiliation Ceremony