Fr. Benjamin Reese was diagnosed with ALS in 2013. He remained in residence at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel until February of 2015, when his medical condition required more sustained care. He is now being looked after by the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George.
You can now write to him or visit at:
Mother of Good Counsel Home
6825 Natural Bridge Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63121
"Father Campbell and Father Reese bring with them a rich tradition,
a pastoral heritage, a heart for the people that they serve but also a vision;
a vision to create a spirituality in the lives of many as apostles of Jesus Christ
who is both priest and victim." - Archbishop Jerome Listecki
Father Campbell and Father Reese renewed promises as Apostles of Jesus Christ, Priest amd Victim before Bishop Hying and members of both of their parishes at the outdoor altar of the
Mt. Carmel Festival, July 15th 2012: