“Hello, my name is Irma Silva, and I’ve been working for Father Higgins and Father Vincent for the past 11 months. Working so closely with these two representatives of Christ has shown me what it is like to give one’s life in service to God through complete devotion to one’s fellow man. Father Higgins and Father Vincent do that many times over, each with his own – and very distinct! – personality. Another perk of working in the Rectory has been rekindling friendships I formed as a secretary at Assumption School during the last six years of its existence. My two children, now 10 and 11 years old, began their schooling there. I earned a B.B.A. with a major in international business protocols, which deals with different cultures and economic systems working together toward a common goal. I can see a resemblance to Assumption Church, where the diverse cultures that make up this parish and have contributed to its phenomenal growth, unite to praise and serve God under the leadership of Father Higgins – something we hope Cardinal Dolan can feel very proud of! On the personal front, I enjoy activities with my children, whether taking them to their CYO basketball games and trainings or watching a funny movie. Last, but not least, I relish lunch time at the Rectory when, amidst the “hustle and bustle” of this very busy parish, we get to break bread with each other as a “family” and relax briefly, recharging to keep going…”