A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Feb. 25 at the Shrine of St. Joseph in the Stirling neighborhood of Long Hill Township, N.J., for Trinitarian Brother David Sommer, who died on Feb. 21. He was 80.
A faithful servant of Christ, Brother Sommer spent more than 50 years living his vocation with humility, dedication, and joy as a member of the Missionary Servants of the Most Holy Trinity, who operate the Shrine of St. Joseph. They are also known as Trinitarians.
Brother Sommer professed his perpetual vows as a brother of the Missionary Servants in 1971. He faithfully embraced his call to religious life and missionary service. His life was marked by quiet generosity, steadfast prayer, deep devotion to the Eucharist, and a joyful dedication to God’s people.
Over the years, Brother Sommer’s missionary service took him to Native American communities, into the mountains of Appalachia, and to the John XXIII Center in Alabama, where he helped provide food and support to families in need. He served with compassionate care, reflecting the love of Christ in both word and action.
Most recently, Brother Sommer served at the Shrine of St. Joseph, where he made each person feel seen, heard, and valued. Those who encountered him experienced his kindness, attentive listening, and sincere love for the Lord.
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A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Feb. 25 at the Shrine of St. Joseph in the Stirling neighborhood of Long Hill Township, N.J., for Trinitarian Brother David Sommer, who died on Feb. 21. He was 80.
A faithful servant of Christ, Brother Sommer spent more than 50 years living his vocation with humility, dedication, and joy as a member of the Missionary Servants of the Most Holy Trinity, who operate the Shrine of St. Joseph. They are also known as Trinitarians.
Brother Sommer professed his perpetual vows as a brother of the Missionary Servants in 1971. He faithfully embraced his call to religious life and missionary service. His life was marked by quiet generosity, steadfast prayer, deep devotion to the Eucharist, and a joyful dedication to God’s people.
Over the years, Brother Sommer’s missionary service took him to Native American communities, into the mountains of Appalachia, and to the John XXIII Center in Alabama, where he helped provide food and support to families in need. He served with compassionate care, reflecting the love of Christ in both word and action.
Most recently, Brother Sommer served at the Shrine of St. Joseph, where he made each person feel seen, heard, and valued. Those who encountered him experienced his kindness, attentive listening, and sincere love for the Lord.
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