Fr. Jack Lynch was born in Toronto, Ontario, and ordained to the priesthood in 1969. He served overseas in Peru and Panama. He also served in Canada promoting the Society, and as director of the Mission Information Department and editor of Scarboro Missions magazine. Chosen Superior General in 1997, this will be his second term of service.

Fr. Mike Traher of London, Ontario, was ordained to the priesthood in 1970. First appointed to the Philippines, he served there for 10 years. He has also served in Canada in Society promotion and in vocation recruitment. Elected as Vicar General in 1992, he has been chosen once again for this position on the General Council.

Fr. John Carten was born in Fredericton, New Brunswick, and ordained to the priesthood in 1975. Appointed to Japan, he has served most of his priesthood there. During those years, he returned to Canada on several occasions to promote the Society and to do vocation work. Now elected to the General Council, he will remain in Canada to serve as Councillor for five years.