Show Notes
George T Smith heard the call to become a Basilian as a young man headed into law school. After meeting a group of Basilians at the University of St. Michael’s College, Smith discovered their unique blend of priesthood, brotherhood and dedication to teaching.
In 2010 he became the elected leader of the congregation of St. Basil at 43 years of age. A role he completed and these days he is William and Helen Cavanaugh Chair of Catholic Studies, first developed in 2003, and based in. Rochester, New York.
He left Clongowes in 1978, his Poetry year.
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