Last month, Kevin Walsh began his tenure as executive director of the St. Francis Community Center in Brant Beach, having been drawn to the position to lead a vital community resource and build on its ability to meet the needs of local residents.

SERVING OTHERS: As Kevin Walsh noted, ‘The St. Francis Community Center’s mission of helping people and families is at the core of my being.’  (Supplied Photo)

“The center is a focal point that serves residents of all ages in Ocean County. With preschool, summer camp, swim lessons, a food pantry, senior services, career services, adult education, parenting classes, counseling services and special events, St.