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.

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.

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.

Dr. Dan Hogan began his dental practice with outreach principles he has carried throughout the years. Hear challenges to some practices that Dan overcomes thru his Catholic faith. Gain a deeper understanding of dental health in relation to total body health.

Mary Kay O’Rourke, deceased, was Principal of an inner-city grade school, St. Angela, with record enrollment growth. Hear her own and other’s stories about families that sacrifice for their education. Hear life changing family dynamics in a setting of discipline, yet inspired by God’s unconditional love for us and by extension to those we serve. While living she sought providential growth for St. Angela’s.