News, Media Release and Press Coverage

In October, we were pleased to welcome Dr. Sarah Ruback Ed.D., as our new Chief Operating Officer.

Thanks to the generous support of so many who partner with us to make healing happen, 2025 saw the opening of Brother Benny’s Bakery, a significant upgrade to San Damiano Farm and the purchase of a new refrigerated truck

The stars came out at Planet Hollywood NYC in October—the stars that help support St. Christopher’s Inn! This year’s honorees were Roger Ross of the Enterprise Association of Steamfitters Local 638.

Nearly 400 people came together in September to celebrate National Recovery Month and support the mission of St. Christopher’s Inn. Every step taken was a step toward hope, healing and transformation.

Every August for the past five years, over 200 people from across Long Island, NY gather for the Luke M. Johnson Memorial Softball Tournament—a day of competition, camaraderie and helping St. Christopher’s Inn!

This year’s St. Christopher’s Inn Alumni Association Picnic (hosted by SCIAA) was nothing short of a blessing. Brothers in recovery, alums, Friars and Sisters, and friends & family returned to the Holy Mountain in Garrison, NY — a place where so many first encountered harmony, healing, and Franciscan hospitality.

We were honored to welcome the St. Christopher’s Inn Alumni Association (SCIAA) back to the Holy Mountain! Our brother Christopher, a proud alumnus of St. Christopher’s Inn, gathered for a meaningful day of fellowship and reflection.

At St. Christopher’s Inn, healing is not only a personal journey—it’s a shared responsibility. In the spirit of St. Francis and guided by our mission to bring hope and wholeness to men in crisis, we are committed to equipping our community with tools that can save lives.

Brother Benny’s Bakery opened in February with much anticipation and delight. This teachable bakery offers our Brothers Christopher the opportunity to learn baking skills and so much more!