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Inspiring Faith | Thomas Kashul


Date of Talk:  February 15th, 2012
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Thomas Kashul
Affiliated Group(s):   Knights of Columbus
Work Listing(s):   Telecommunications, Director
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Thomas Kashul, Director of Telecommunications at American Medical Association, will talk of transitioning into this job and a role that faith played. Hear an example of the kind of work he does with telephone systems. Hear an inspiring life changing story of a desire to travel to Medjugorje which was placed in his heart and which came to fruition thru faith and prayer. Hear tips to grow your faith from this experienced practitioner.


Calling on You! | Betsy Kass


Date of Talk:  February 15th, 2012
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Betsy Kass
Affiliated Group(s):   Apostolate of Women, Sacristy Helpers
Work Listing(s):   Teacher
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Betsy Kass, a high school Math teacher, will tell the story of a series of small steps by one student that resulted in increased confidence and better grades. Hear why she chose this profession. Hear how turning her math talent into tutoring, led to her own fulfillment. Hear tips that any parent with a struggling math student needs to know. Hear what Betsy loves about her Catholic faith.


Rx Emotional Balance | John Nesbitt


Date of Talk:  January 18th, 2012
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   John Nesbitt
Affiliated Group(s):   Men’s Club
Work Listing(s):   Photo Headshots, Printing, Production End of Creative Services (Marketing)
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John Nesbitt, owner of two small graphics companies, will tell us of his joy as a salesperson in this field. Yet, hear him tell us of the struggles he faces in the changing and declining industry. Hear how he maintains his balance, through the Rosary, Mass, and the Adoration Chapel, in his on-going journey of hope.


A Charism of Sharing, Love, and Support | Marion Friel


Date of Talk:  January 18th, 2012
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Marion Friel
Affiliated Group(s):   Apostolate of Women, Bereavement Ministry, Guild, Youth Group
Work Listing(s):   Funeral Director, Youth Group Director
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Marion Friel, Funeral Director, tells the story of a mother-to-be, making funeral arrangements for her own mother, when an unexpected event occurred. Because of Marion’s closeness to the mother-to-be, Marion was invited into her life. Hear why Marion felt a sense of humility while sharing an intimate moment. Hear tips every person facing death of a loved one should know.


Career Counselor | Emmett McGovern


Date of Talk:  January 18th, 2012
Location:   St. Juliana - Chicago IL
Presenter(s):   Emmett McGovern
Website:  www.stpatrick.org
Work Listing(s):   Basketball Coach, Director of Counseling
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Emmett McGovern, Director of Counseling at St. Patrick High School in Chicago, will share a personal story of career change. Hear how his devotions to God worked on him in a way even he could not initially understand. Hear his faith in his wife and his devotion to family in this touching story of family transition.