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CARDINAL TIMOTHY DOLAN

CARDINAL TIMOTHY DOLAN

Cardinal Dolan was ordained to the priesthood on June 19, 1976. He then served as associate pastor at Immacolata Parish in Richmond Heights, Mo., until 1979 when he began studies...

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BISHOP KEVIN C. RHOADES

BISHOP KEVIN C. RHOADES

Kevin Rhoades was ordained a bishop on December 9, 2004, by Cardinal Justin Rigali, Archbishop of Philadelphia. On that date, he began his ministry as Bishop of Harrisburg, a diocese that...

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FATHER JOSH JOHNSON

FATHER JOSH JOHNSON

After powerfully encountering Jesus in the Eucharist as a teenager, Fr. Josh Johnson dedicated his life to becoming a wholehearted disciple of Jesus Christ. Ordained for the Diocese of Baton Rouge in 2014...


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FATHER MIKE SCHMITZ

FATHER MIKE SCHMITZ

Father Mike Schmitz is the director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Duluth as well as the Chaplain for the Newman Center at the University of Minnesota-Duluth. He is the host of the widely popular podcasts, “Bible in a Year”...

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SISTER JOSEPH ANDREW, OP

SISTER JOSEPH ANDREW, OP

Sister Joseph Andrew Bogdanowicz, OP, is one of the four founders of the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She lectures on topics...

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JONATHAN ROUMIE

JONATHAN ROUMIE

Jonathan Roumie is an accomplished actor, producer, director, and voice-over artist best known for his award-winning portrayal of ‘Jesus’ in the groundbreaking series THE CHOSEN


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FR. DAVID MICHAEL MOSES

FR. DAVID MICHAEL MOSES

Fr. David Michael Moses is 31 years old and grew-up in Houston, Texas. He started college when he was just 14 and graduated with his bachelor’s degree at the age of 18. He was accepted into several law schools, but ultimately felt called to the priesthood and entered seminary for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. 

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KIMBERLY AND SCOTT HAHN

KIMBERLY AND SCOTT HAHN

Kimberly and Scott Hahn have six children (two of which are seminarians for the diocese of Steubenville) and eighteen grandchildren. An exceptionally popular speaker...

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MATT MAHER

MATT MAHER

Since his major-label debut in 2008, Matt Maher has become a staple in the artistic and songwriting community. A nine-time-GRAMMY® nominee and three-time-GMA Dove Award® winner...

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CRYSTALINA & JASON EVERT

CRYSTALINA & JASON EVERT

Jason and Crystalina Evert have spoken about chastity to more than one million people on six continents, including presentations at the World Youth Days in Australia, Spain, Poland, and Panama.

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FATHER JOSEPH KRUPP

FATHER JOSEPH KRUPP

A self-professed “redneck,” Fr. Joseph J. Krupp (Fr. Joe) was born and raised in Montrose, Michigan. He is the youngest of six children born to Gordon and Martha Krupp...

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JACKIE & BOBBY ANGEL

JACKIE & BOBBY ANGEL

Jackie Angel is a full-time traveling speaker, singer/songwriter, and worship leader from Orange County, CA. 


The pair are regular video contributors on Ascension Presents, and currently live in Dallas, Texas with their five children.

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TERESA TOMEO & DEACON DOM PASTORE

TERESA TOMEO & DEACON DOM PASTORE

Teresa Tomeo is a bestselling author, syndicated Catholic talk show host, and speaker with more than 30 years of experience in media...

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IMMACULÉE ILIBAGIZA

IMMACULÉE ILIBAGIZA

Immaculée Ilibagiza is a powerful Catholic witness who survived the 1994 Rwandan genocide. She credits her survival to prayer and specifically a set of rosary beads which were...

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DEBBIE & PETER HERBECK

DEBBIE & PETER HERBECK

For the past forty years, Debbie has worked extensively in youth and women’s ministry, speaking, leading mission trips, and mentoring high school and college age women. She has spoken...

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SARAH KROGER

SARAH KROGER

Sarah Kroger is a GMA dove award-nominated artist, songwriter, and worship leader. With her previously released albums Your Time, Hallelujah is Our Song, Bloom, Light, and...

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DR. RAY GUARENDI

DR. RAY GUARENDI

Dr. Ray Guarendi is a Catholic father of ten, clinical psychologist, author, professional speaker, and national radio & television host. His radio show, “The Dr. Is In” can be heard on over 440...

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SALLY & AL KRESTA

SALLY & AL KRESTA

Al Kresta is a broadcaster, journalist, and writer. Though raised Catholic, he left the church and became an Evangelical pastor known for his radio program “Talk from the Heart.” Mr...

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ARCHBISHOP SAMUEL AQUILA

ARCHBISHOP SAMUEL AQUILA

Samuel J. Aquila served as Director for the Office of Liturgy and Master of Ceremonies in the Archdiocese of Denver from 1990 until 1995. He served the archdiocese...

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FATHER JOHN RICCARDO

FATHER JOHN RICCARDO

Fr. John Riccardo was ordained a priest of the Archdiocese of Detroit in 1996, where he served as a pastor for 15 years. In 2019, he founded ACTS XXIX and serves as the Executive Director...  

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CHRIS STEFANICK

CHRIS STEFANICK

Chris Stefanick is a speaker, author, and television host. He is a popular YouTuber and owns a channel that is based on his name, Chris Stefanick...

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JEREMY MCLELLAN

JEREMY MCLELLAN

Jeremy McLellan is a rising star in the standup comedy world. He was honored as a New Face of Comedy at the prestigious Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal...

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FATHER DON CALLOWAY

FATHER DON CALLOWAY

Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, a convert to Catholicism, is a member of the Congregation of Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Before his conversion to Catholicism...

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DEACON HAROLD BURKE-SIVERS

DEACON HAROLD BURKE-SIVERS

Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers – known around the world as the “Dynamic Deacon” – is one of the most sought-after speakers in the Church today. He is a powerful and passionate evangelist...

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ALAN SEARS

ALAN SEARS

Alan Sears served as founder of Alliance Defending Freedom, building on his experience as longtime leader of the organization to strengthen alliances, forge new relationships, and develop the resources needed to ensure the ministry’s capacity to respond to opportunities.

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RACHEL AND JASON BULMAN

RACHEL AND JASON BULMAN

Rachel and Jason Bulman have been married for 15 years and have 7 children, six on earth and one in heaven. Jason is a practicing physician assistant, speaker, writer, and a deacon...

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ALICIA AND MIKE HERNON

ALICIA AND MIKE HERNON

Alicia and Mike Hernon are the founders of the Messy Family Project, a ministry that empowers moms and dads to embrace their sacred calling at home and gives them the tools to do so...

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ARCHBISHOP JOSEPH F. NAUMANN

ARCHBISHOP JOSEPH F. NAUMANN

Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann served as the Archdiocesan Pro-Life Coordinator from 1984 to 1995 and as Vicar General in the Archdiocese of St. Louis before being ordained...

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BISHOP JOE COFFEY

BISHOP JOE COFFEY

Bishop Joe Coffey is the auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA. Ordained a priest in 1996, Bishop Coffey has dedicated his life to ministry...

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DR. ELIZABETH LEV

DR. ELIZABETH LEV

Elizabeth Lev is an American-born art historian with the good fortune to live and work in Rome. Life in the “Eternal City” allows her the perfect environment to pursue her many passions...

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FATHER DAVE PIVONKA

FATHER DAVE PIVONKA

Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, became president of Franciscan University of Steubenville in 2019. The well-known Catholic speaker and author received his bachelor’s from Franciscan University...

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FATHER LEO PATALINGHUG

FATHER LEO PATALINGHUG

Fr. Leo Patalinghug is a priest member of a community of consecrated life, Voluntas Dei (The Will of God). He currently resides in Baltimore as the host a weekly international TV show...

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FATHER MATHIAS THELEN

FATHER MATHIAS THELEN

Fr. Mathias is Co-Founder and President of Encounter Ministries. He is also the Pastor of St. Patrick Catholic Parish in Brighton, MI. Father is both a graduate of St. John Vianney College Seminary...

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MATTHEW BUNSON

MATTHEW BUNSON

Dr. Matthew Bunson is one of the United States’ leading authorities on the papacy and the Church. His books include: The Encyclopedia of Catholic History; The Encyclopedia of Saints; Papal Wisdom...

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STEVE RAY

STEVE RAY

Steve Ray is a prominent Catholic apologist, author, and pilgrimage leader known for his passionate advocacy of the Catholic faith. Born in 1954, he converted to Catholicism in 1994...

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GIANCARLO BERNINI

GIANCARLO BERNINI

Using the art of illusion, Giancarlo shares a unique perspective on faith and what it means to seek Truth. His Catholic faith, BA in Religious Studies, and love of apologetics...

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JOHN ANGOTTI

JOHN ANGOTTI

John Angotti, a full-time music missionary originally from Clarksburg, WV, and now based in Memphis, TN, travels globally, offering inspirational music through concerts, workshops, and retreats...

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MATT BIRK

MATT BIRK

Company CEO and Super Bowl champion Matt Birk is a 15-year veteran of the National Football League. Matt strives to not only talk about the faith, but live it as well. Matt and his wife, Adrianna, live in St. Paul, MN with their 8 children.

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MELISSA & JASON SHANKS

MELISSA & JASON SHANKS

Jason Shanks, a former Methodist turned Catholic convert, found his faith journey guided by the Catholic Church's Eucharistic beliefs.Melissa, a cradle Catholic, rediscovered her faith through studying architecture at Notre Dame...

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KATIE PREJEAN MCGRADY

KATIE PREJEAN MCGRADY

Katie Prejean McGrady is a wife, mom, award-winning author, international speaker, podcaster & daily radio show host...

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HEATHER & JAKE KHYM

HEATHER & JAKE KHYM

Jake and Heather Khym are the co-founders of Life Restoration Ministries, an organization dedicated to renewing the Church through healing, evangelization, and human formation...

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KATHLEEN AND TROY BILLINGS

KATHLEEN AND TROY BILLINGS

Troy and Kathleen Billings speak globally on marriage and family life and have been featured on EWTN, Relevant Radio, Awaken Catholic, FORMED, and multiple podcasts.

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MARCUS PETER

MARCUS PETER

Dr. Marcus Peter was a militant atheist before his lifechanging conversion experience in 2008. The Holy Spirit set his heart afire for the fullness of truth of Jesus Christ, and to boldly and dynamically preach

to all who are hungry for it. 

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MICHAELANN & CURTIS MARTIN

MICHAELANN & CURTIS MARTIN

Curtis Martin is the founder of FOCUS. Curtis holds a master’s degree in theology and is the author of the best-selling book, “Made for More.” In 2004, Curtis and his wife, Michaelann, were awarded the Benemerenti Medal.

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DR. EDWARD SRI

DR. EDWARD SRI

Edward Sri is a theologian, speaker and author of several best-selling books, including Who Am I to Judge? and Walking with Mary. He is the presenter of several faith formation programs used by thousands of parishes around the world.

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LISA & GREG POPCAK

LISA & GREG POPCAK

Lisa and Greg Popcak are the hosts More2Life Radio, a call-in, advice program heard M-F at 10am E/ 9amC on almost 400 stations affiliated with the EWTN radio network and SiriusXM Satellite Radio Channel 130.

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BISHOP ROBERT MCCLORY

BISHOP ROBERT MCCLORY

Most Reverend Robert J. McClory, was appointed by Pope Francis as the fifth bishop of the Diocese of Gary on November 26, 2019, and ordained and installed bishop at Holy Angels Cathedral in Gary on Feb. 11, 2020, the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes.

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SARAH & DR. ANDREW SWAFFORD

SARAH & DR. ANDREW SWAFFORD

Dr. Andrew and Sarah Swafford speak frequently across the country on dating, marriage, the moral and spiritual life, St. John Paul II, and Sacred Scripture....

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TIM GRAY

TIM GRAY

Dr. Tim Gray is President of the Augustine Institute and a well-known Catholic speaker and author. 


Under Dr. Gray’s leadership, the Augustine Institute has established the largest Catholic graduate school of theology in the country, and has created best-selling programs

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LIV HARRISON

LIV HARRISON

Liv Harrison is best known for sharing her gifts of humor and storytelling as a professional speaker and emcee. She thrives on bringing people together over common interests.

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