I have been a catechetical leader in the role of DRE and Director of Faith Formation for over 25 years. Now, the direction of that call changes as I serve as Catechetical and Evangelization Advisor for St Anthony Messenger Press / Franciscan Communications. Serving in four parishes in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati has brought me a wealth of experience that I hope to share with you as we network together sharing our wisdom, wit and faith. In addition, I am teacher and preacher as I travel throughout our country and the world giving parish missions, retreats and workshops. I have also served as associate director of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Family Life Office, Executive Director of Isaiah Ministry and member of the preaching team of DeSales Resource and Ministries. I have written several books that offer support to families and catechist as we continue to make church in this challenging time.

I'm an editor in the Periodicals Department at St. Anthony Messenger Press/Franciscan Communications. I can list a variety of work experiences on my resume; I've ministered as a parish catechist, Catholic-school teacher, youth retreat team member, and Director of Religious Education at a small rural parish (without a school) and later at a large suburban parish (with a school). I am battle-worn, budget conscious and committed to sharing the Good News—just like each of you. My work at St. Anthony Messenger Press draws on my life and work experiences as well as my B.A. in Religious Studies/Education and M.A. in Religious Studies/Pastoral Family Studies. Each month I'll offer media resource suggestions related to this newsletter's theme. "It is impossible for us not to speak about what we have seen and heard" (Acts 4:20).

I am the Institutional Marketing and Sales Manager for St. Anthony Messenger Press. For the last eight years I have worked in publishing for the educational and Christian markets. I graduated from Xavier University with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration and a major in marketing. My husband and I are a FOCCUS couple in our parish, as well as co-coordinators of the PSR program there. We have two wonderful children who continually remind us how amazing God is and how blessed we truly are. Each month, I will share with you the “Sowing Sampler.” Like the Sower in Mark 4:3-9, we are called to proclaim the Word to all. I'll focus on helping you find resources that will enhance your catechetical ministry and help you bring the Word to life in your parish and in your community.