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Two brave friars’ risky dream of founding a farm

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An important and indispensable part of the life of every Catholic is vocational discernment. What is God calling me to do? How is God calling me to live as his disciple? It can be difficult to listen to God’s voice when surrounded by the noise of everyday life. Holy Family Farm in Monticello, New York, is one place where young men can go to quietly, prayerfully discern their vocation.

Deacon Andy Zucaro has been involved with Holy Family Farm since its inception on Nov. 19, 2019. The world would consider him the chief executive officer and president, but he prefers the title “servant of servants.” This fits in well with the farm’s connection to the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, whose community superior eschews any moniker of power, and instead bears the title “general servant”.

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