This has been a very joyful time for Glenmary Home Missioners. We have eight men in the process of applying this year and five who have requested an application for next year. Dennis Makokha has renewed his Glenmary Oath and three men have taken their First Oath as Glenmary Home Missioners. And, two aspirants in Mexico received their sotana (cassock). The good news just goes on. A reflection on these events can be read in this month's In Search of the Spirit.

Father Steve has joined the world of social networking. He now has a page on Facebook.com. Just log in and search for his name and ask to become a friend. You can also find other Glenmarians, students and discerners who are on Father Steve's list of friends. Give it a try!

Two men studying for Glenmary in Mexico received their sotanas (cassocks) during a June 1 ceremony.

Brother Dennis Craig has been awarded the Call to Brotherhood Witness Award by the Religious Brothers Conference. A missioner for over 40 years, Brother Dennis is being honored at the Religious Brothers Conference gathering this summer.

Glenmary's Web site offers a variety of ways to enhance communication and reach a wider, diverse audience with information about the home missions. In addition, there are other e-newsletters that you can sign up for to keep up with the latest news from the missions.

What a blessing to be busy! Father Steve will be visiting cities in the United States and Mexico in the next months. Let him know if he will be near you.