Linda Burk, Parish Nurse of 18 years experience at St. Paul of the Cross, will share a dramatic story involving human health and compassionate caring. Hear her real life story of danger and ministry. Learn her role as our parish nurse and some inspiring tips.

Adrienne Timm, Director of Social Service Ministry for St. Paul of the Cross, will tell us how she went from devoted VP of Production for a direct marketing company, to social service ministry. Her husband’s talk to her while pregnant was the beginning of a life change. Now her roots run deep in our parish faith life, via her love of her child and God’s call.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Dr. Paul Meyer, a parish-wide Family Practice Medical Doctor, will share a real life example of his work including end of life issues. Hear his holistic -mind, body, and spirit- approach to medicine. Hear how we all can benefit from commitment to community through faith, family, and friends.

Mary Kowal will speak on faith as a bridge. Hear how her faith helped her care for her late husband, Bob. Inspired by the Little Flower, hear how her faith leads her as a volunteer to daily small works of charity.