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Treating Patients as Family | Frank Godino


Date of Talk:  June 15th, 2012
Location:   St. Edward the Confessor - Dana Point CA
Presenter(s):   Dr. Frank Godino
Work Listing(s):   Dentist
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DR. FRANK GODINO is a local, comprehensive, general dentist and active parishioner. Frank describes ways in which his faith life plays a role in how he treats his patients and manages his practice. In addition, Frank describes how he strives to be a better Catholic and how that impacts his professional relationships. He also provides tips about dental care.


The Donut Man | Brian Fergus


Date of Talk:  June 13th, 2012
Location:   Our Lady of Hope - Rosemont IL
Presenter(s):   Brian Fergus
Website:  www.sargentwelch.com
Affiliated Group(s):   Adult Education, Archdiocesan Pastoral Council, Parish Council, Social Outreach
Work Listing(s):   Sales Rep
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Brian Fergus, a sale representative will tell us of an experience he had helping science teachers inspire students to explore the world.” He received a large order from a teacher at 1 pm and working together with other divisions, he shipped the order complete by 4:30 pm. Hear how the corporate culture, which makes no distinction between inside clients and outside clients, helps make his job easier and more fulfilling. Hear how his deep Catholic faith reinforces him at work to avoid gossip, help new employees, and build a strong work ethic within his supportive work community.


Nature’s Eczema Soap | Eleanor Reily


Date of Talk:  June 11th, 2012
Location:   St. Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Eleanore Reily
Affiliated Group(s):   Eucharistic Minister, Fair Trade Ministry, Lector, Stewardship Committee
Work Listing(s):   Public Speaking on Natural Living, Soapmaker
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Eleanor Reily, Soapmaker and entrepreneur, will tell us how her grandmother showed her how to make and use natural home remedies. Hear how the Holy Spirit guided her from self-care to helping others, by creating soaps, and body products with no chemicals, perfumes or artificial ingredients. Hear this deeply intuitive Eucharistic Minister blend God’s abundance in a balanced spiritual and worldly way.


Theology of the Body Learnings | Richard Grebenc


Date of Talk:  May 30th, 2012
Location:   Our Lady of Ransom - Niles IL
Presenter(s):   Richard Grebenc
Affiliated Group(s):   Bible Study, Knights of Columbus
Work Listing(s):   Teacher
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Richard Grebenc, a teacher and graduate of Franciscan University of Steubenville, will talk of an experience he had while teaching Theology of the Human Person. Hear his story of a student who was taking his class and her thoughtful response. Hear why Rich above all appreciates class participation that fosters openness and respect for each other, while he seeks to present the Church’s teaching in a true light.


A Woman For Others | Caroline Hopkinson


Date of Talk:  May 1st, 2012
Location:   Safety, Baby! - Park Ridge IL
Presenter(s):   Caroline Hopkinson
Website:  www.vocationnetwork.org
Work Listing(s):   Author, Social Media Specialist
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Caroline Hopkinson, a multi media editor for Vision, a top ranking vocation magazine, will share a personal experience of gratitude. Hear how her involvement participating in, and not just covering an assignment in Rochester, N.Y., led her to insights she might not otherwise have received. Hands on and full of ideas, hear this recent college graduate talk about vocation not just to the religious life, but each to our work, and how to make a difference.