Posts Tagged ‘Drawn by the Holy Spirit’

My Conversion Story, April Pasquale


Date of Talk:  September 21st, 2011
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   April Pasquale
Website:  www.danishhomeofchicago.org
Affiliated Group(s):   Caregivers Circle of Faith, Lector, Ministers of Care
Work Listing(s):   Administrative Assistant, Continuing Care Facility, Health Care
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April Pasquale, Administrative Assistant in an independent living and skilled care facility, will tell her own conversion story to Catholicism in 2004. Hear a story of delighting the residents thru her proactive knowledge. She goes to work early, sits with the residents for breakfast and immerses herself in a family like setting. Hear her voice for the dignity of each person in the image and likeness of God that should be honored.


We have to Turn to Prayer | John Koch and Damian Emmer


Date of Talk:  May 19th, 2011
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Damian Emmer, John Koch
Work Listing(s):   Martial Arts Instructor, Martial Arts Student, Master
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John Koch, a martial arts instructor, will share a spiritual story of a young boy asking for guidance about his mom. Hear a true mentor’s perspective on building the family through values. Devoted to Christ, Master John leads by personal example.


Passing in Peace, Fr. Charles Musula


Date of Talk:  May 19th, 2011
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Fr. Charles Musula
Website:  www.spc-church.org
Work Listing(s):   Associate Pastor, Priest
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Fr. Charles Musula, an Associate Pastor at St. Paul of the Cross, will share his real life story of ministry as a priest, especially at being touched by the sick who call for his help. See Father’s gentle ways and smiling face as he encounters end of life issues. Drawn from Africa to this work in our parish, Father Charles has a holistic way of dealing with life and death through faith.


Who Do You Say I Am?, Bob Bulger


Date of Talk:  March 16th, 2011
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Bob Bulger
Work Listing(s):   Deacon, Health Care, Sr. VP Mission Integration
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Bob Bulger, Sr. V. P. for Mission Integration at Resurrection Hospital, will share his real life story of being asked by a family to pray for peace for a loved one needing hospital care. While not a hospital chaplain, “Deacon Bob” felt used by the Holy Spirit to bring peace to a parish family that knew him. Hear his own story of integration of his work life with his spiritual life. Hear tips on integrating your spiritual life with your work life.


A Leap of Faith, Mary Lee Quaid


Date of Talk:  March 16th, 2011
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Mary Lee Quaid
Work Listing(s):   Acupuncture, Alternative Health Care, Holistic Healing, Traditonal Chinese Medicine
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Mary Lee Quaid, a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, will share her real life story of transitioning from Disney Executive to holistic healing. Be inspired to listen within for God’s touch. Hear how she learned to help an Iraq Veteran and gain personal satisfaction while relying on God for matters beyond all of us.


God’s Flowers, Julie Koenig


Date of Talk:  February 16th, 2011
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Julie Koenig
Website:  www.zhibit.org/jakoenigwatercolors
Work Listing(s):   Cancer Survivor, Fine Artist, National Ovarian Cancer Coalition-Coordinator
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Julie Koenig, artist, went from Medical Illustrator and Graphic Designer to watercolor artist by way of ovarian cancer. Hear her faith story answering “why me?” Hear her trust in God overflowing from her art to those who are inspired by her art. Hear Christ’s passion found in her real life story, and hear Christ’s peace in the life of this 19 year cancer survivor.


A Mother’s Touch, Mary Armato


Date of Talk:  February 16th, 2011
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Mary Armato
Website:  www.theportministries.org
Work Listing(s):   Executive Director, Franciscan Spirituality, Not for Profit
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Mary Armato, Executive Director of Port Ministries, will tell her real life story of consolation after being pressed into service for this not for profit Franciscan outreach. Hear how the words of a lay Franciscan gave her pause about society’s perception of motherhood, and hear how overseeing a multi-ministry organization is not unlike overseeing a large family household.


Entrepreneur Volunteer, Brad W


Date of Talk:  February 16th, 2011
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Brad W
Work Listing(s):   Retired, Volunteer
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Brad, a volunteer, will share his real life story of providing a gift at Thanksgiving for the less fortunate. Hear how the words of a seed planted in his heart sprouted into action, became nourished by an offer of a matching gift, and ultimately blossomed into significant help for many. Hear tips on being a volunteer.


A Rose For Gospa, Susaan Culjak


Date of Talk:  January 19th, 2011
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Susaan Culjak
Work Listing(s):   Accountant, Psychologist, Teacher, Theologian
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Susaan Culjak, studying for a Masters in Theology, has an accounting degree and works as an accountant. Hear Gospa, Croatian for Blessed Mother, at work in her life as a10 year old child visiting Medjugorje. Hear her real life story about listening to Gods plan for you. Hear her deep love of her family.


Yes I Can, Joan Macpherson


Date of Talk:  January 19th, 2011
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Joan Macpherson
Website:  www.spc-church.org
Work Listing(s):   Parish Business Manager
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Joan Macpherson, our new Business Manager, joined St. Paul of the Cross staff in the spirit of Christ. With a background in business and church, hear what Joan liked and disliked. Hear her idea of a concrete example of extreme value with sensitivity. Hear her thoughts on a spirit of collaboration and why we should assume the best in each other.


From Compassion To Profession, Dr. Michael Meyer


Date of Talk:  December 15th, 2010
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Michael Meyer
Work Listing(s):   Family Practice, Medical Doctor
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Dr. Michael Meyer, a family medicine doctor, will share his charism of strength under fire. Hear his own faith story. Hear how he helps couples facing life and death issues by understanding their faith. Not only does he help with the one diagnosed but also with the spouse who often is the one who is most concerned.


Becoming A Priest, Fr. John Chrzan


Date of Talk:  December 15th, 2010
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Fr. John Chrzan
Website:  www.spc-church.org
Work Listing(s):   Associate Pastor, Banker, Priest
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Fr. John Chrzan, Associate Pastor at St. Paul of the Cross, will tell us how it was that he became a priest. Hear his story from commercial lending officer to parish priest working out his own salvation while ministering to others. Hear how the words of others can help us discern our own faith path. Hear what he most enjoys about the priesthood.


God’s Work | Mary Kurkowski


Date of Talk:  November 18th, 2009
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Mary Kurkowski
Work Listing(s):   Pro Life Volunteer
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Mary spoke about Helpers of God’s Precious Infants and unexpected surprises that pop up when you hope you are doing the Lord’s work.


Pennies from Heaven | Roberta Clarke Jenero


Date of Talk:  November 18th, 2009
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Roberta Clarke Jenero
Website:  www.figurefacts.com
Work Listing(s):   Dietitian
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Roberta Clarke Jenero, a Registered Dietitian for over 20 years and owner of Figure Facts LLC spoke about weight management: 3 natural appetite suppressants in your diet. Roberta also related how her deep faith and trust in God helped her to carry thru plans to publish a book and finding the funds to do so.