Father Joseph, born and raised in South Africa, was born in 1957 and joined the Order in 1991. He was solemnly professed in 1995. Father Joseph has held many jobs in the Order and at Holy Cross Abbey including temporary Superior during Father Robert’s sabbatical a few years ago. He currently serves as the Cellarer (business manager) of the Abbey and is the Cemetery Manager and Gift Shop Manager. In the past, he has been Prior, Junior Master, and spiritual director for the Lay Cistercians.
Margaret Lee says
Many thanks for leading this beloved order! Praying, always, for new vocations, and blessings on you all.
Bill Nolte says
May the Holy Spirit continue to bless Fr. Joseph and all the monks of Holy Cross, with particular thanks to Fr. Robert for his stewardship as abbot. I continue to hold in my prayers the monks it was my honor and pleasure to meet with during their time at Carroll Manor, or as we used to joke: the Carroll Manor mission of Holy Cross.