The Rev Brian Van Hove, S.J., Ph.D., recently celebrated his 25th anniversary of ordination. Father Van Hove is the son of the late Edward and June (Boswell) Van Hove of Superior.
He was ordained to the priesthood at St. Francis Xavier (College) Church in St. Louis, Mo., on June 11, 1982, by the Most Rev. George Gottwald, D.D. He is currently assigned to the White House Retreat in south St. Louis County, Mo.
An informal outdoor barbecue will be held next month in St. Louis. Van Hove may be contacted via mail in care of White House Jesuit Residence, 7410 Christopher Drive, St. Louis, MO 63129.