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Father Maurice

Father Maurice

August 26, 2021

Our beloved chaplain, Fr. Maurice Flood, died suddenly at his monastery of the Holy Cross in Berryville, VA.  He was 85 years old. He had served as our chaplain from 1999 – 2014 and was known by all for his big smile and even bigger heart. 

Funeral Mass Information– September 4, 2021

*In the photo above, Maurice is seen sawing some fallen branches after a winter storm.

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