Father Chad Franklin has arrived at Our Lady of Hope. He is a rather new priest to the diocese and has only been ordained a year. He completed his studies and has received his Master of Divinity (Advance) at St. Peter's Seminary in London, Ontario. He was born in Sudbury and has moved throughout our diocese over the years. Fr. Chad is looking forward to the opportunity to meet us, the realities of life in a vibrant parish, including all the demands and rewards of the ministry. He is looking forward to the joys, graces and even the hardships involved in serving God's people. With the assistance of our staff, and our parishioners, please make Fr. Chad feel welcomed so he can gain insights into ways of integrating his knowledge, skills and personal conviction into a growing sense of his priestly identity. Please welcome our new priest of our Church and keep him in our prayers and encourage him as he continues his journey with us. Our Lady