contributors
Ana Maria T.
Occupation/Studies: Engineer by trade; discerning my profession
Hobbies: Walks in nature, Learning French
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: Jesus Christ's Gospel of Salvation to each person.
Angela A.
Vocation: Married
Hobbies: Baking, Crafting, Crocheting, Hiking, and Camping
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: That the Eucharist is the source and summit; and that our Faith is rich in tradition, rituals, and symbolism.
Doreen D.
Vocation: Married
Children: 3 (2 sons, 1 daughter)
Occupation: Retired Executive Assistant
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: Reconciliation and Communion
Giorgina A.
Occupation/Studies: Elementary School Teacher
Hobbies: Baking, Drawing, Makeup, Reading, Watching Period Dramas
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: No matter what happens to me, I am irrevocably loved by my Heavenly Father; even in my darkest hours, I can always find solace in prayer and confession. The knowledge that God is always ready to forgive my sins is something which brings me comfort daily.
Jessica C.
Vocation: Married
Children: 5 (4 sons, 1 daughter)
Occupation:At-home Mom, Homeschooler, Part-time Writer and Editor
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: The fact that our faith is a worldwide faith with beauty and diversity united in a universal call to holiness gives me incredible hope for the future.
Kathryn N.
Occupation/Studies: Sacraments/Volunteer Coordinator (Sacred Heart), Masters of Management Student
Hobbies: I love playing sports – basketball is my
favourite, volleyball, spikeball, snowboarding, you name it.
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: I love the holistic nature of the Church especially the sacraments, virtues, the traditions and unity.
Lastly, I love being able to journey with others – the saints, my friends and family, those I have yet to meet, and of course, Jesus our Saviour.
Kelley H.
Vocation: Married
Children: 5 (2 sons, 3 daughters)
Grandchildren: 3
Occupation: Teacher (ELA and Religion)
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: How cohesive it is. When taken together, it all makes so much sense.
Kimberly C.
Vocation: Married
Children: 6 (2 sons, 4 daughters)
Occupation: Administrator at Southport Dental Care
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: How it applies to real life. Find the faith in the mess.
Kusum D.
Vocation: Married
Children: 2 (daughters)
Occupation: Retired
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: The gift of the Eucharist, and the deep traditions of the Church that elevate humanity with mercy and unconditional love.
Leah L.
Vocation: Married
Children: 11 (6 sons, 5 daughters)
Occupation: Business Owner and Family/Household Manager
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: Faith is the steady light which is above feelings and reason that guides us in all circumstances and allows us to remain in His peace despite this ever changing world which has descended into chaos.
Lindsay F.
Occupation/Studies: Director of Catholic Education, Sessional Instructor at St. Mary’s University, Aspiring Doctorate of Education Candidate
Hobbies: Reading, Hiking, Paddle-boarding, Traveling, Cooking/Baking
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: In a world filled with noise, and a life
that is often over-scheduled and over-committed, one of my favourite aspects of the faith is silent prayer in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. It’s in the quiet that we hear God’s voice.
Maria N.
Vocation: Married
Children: 5 (1 son, 4 daughters)
Occupation: Stay-at-Home Mom
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: The opportunity to receive Jesus in the Eucharist and the love and mercy of the Trinity experienced through daily life and the Sacraments.
Michele L.
Vocation: Married (35 years)
Children: 8 (3 sons, 5 daughters)
Grandchildren: 11
Occupation: Catholic Church Employee (Volunteer Coordinator)
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: It is the path to The Way, The Truth, and The Life. There is always an answer for what we believe, trusting in the teaching magisterium of the Church.
Michelle W.
Vocation: Married
Children: 4 (3 sons, 1 daughter)
Occupation: Devoted Wife and Mother
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: Knowing that we are unconditionally loved by a merciful Father and that God is the surest answer to all of life's joys, struggles, hopes and sufferings.
Rosanna M.
Occupation/Studies: Work from home/freelance
Favourite Aspect of the Faith:I consider myself a convert (revert) to the Catholic faith, a faith which I had to go searching for in order to find God. I feel at home in the Catholic Church, and I want to learn much more about her and her traditions.
Sara F.
Vocation: Married
Children: 6 (1 son, 4 daughters, 1 babe in heaven)
Occupation: Homemaker and Freelance Journalist
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: Jesus, Mary, the Saints and the Angels. The pursuit of holiness and joy of mission.
Sarah Jane DC.
Occupation/ Studies : Retail
Hobbies: Being creative, Swimming
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: I converted to Catholicism and remain Catholic because of the true and complete presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
Tia G.
Occupation/Studies: Dental Hygienist
Hobbies: Any kind of growth/formation-centered learning
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: I am always touched at the universality of the Church around the world. I continue to fall in love with the depth and riches of the Catholic faith, proving itself to be an endless wellspring of life.
Veronica H.
Occupation/Studies: Teacher
Hobbies: Biking, Hiking, Cross-Country Skiing, Painting, Playing the piano
Favourite Aspect of the Faith: The sacrificial love of Christ and the
splendor of truth.