Jason Jones
Co-executive producer of the award-winning and life-affirming film "Bella," Jason's pivotal personal life experience at 17 years old convinced him to become a whole-life activist, battling abortion, the death penalty, euthanasia and other human rights injustices. He is President and Founder of Whole Life America that focuses on the sanctity and dignity of all human life. Jones is a regular on the Drew Mariani Show at Relevant Radio, and has had numerous television appearances including CNN, Fox, EWTN, and ABC’s Politically Incorrect.
Jim "Butch" Murphy
In 1992, inspired by the American Bishops' letter "Heritage and Hope", Jim undertook a 4200 mile journey on foot across America, carrying a 6 ft. cross in an effort of prayer and evangelization. The journey took 18 months...and 14 pairs of shoes! He served as a body guard for Mother Teresa and has been a guest on the EWTN network. Jim has authored several articles for various publications. www.veracruzcm.com
Fr. Piotr Prusakiewicz, CSMA
Internationally renowned retreat master from Poland, he is an authority on Holy Angels and Editor-in-Chief of the magazine "The Angels". Fr. Peter has served as chaplain to the Congregation of Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy in Krakow, Poland and is an expert on St. Faustina Kowalska and the Divine Mercy devotion. www.divinemercyangels.org
Ferdinand Roccanti
A first-generation Italian and youngest of six children, he became wealthy in business. His conversion story includes giving away his wealth, becoming legally blind, and now is a blind painter for Christ! Ferdinand has been featured on Catholic TV and is a very popular Catholic speaker and artist. www.ferdinandart.com.
Dcn. Mattie Henry
A gifted Irish baritone will be our Master of Ceremony. Mattie immigrated from Ireland with his family in 1970. He and his brothers formed the Noel Henry Irish Show Band and they toured for 20 years. Mattie spreads the Word of God through music and has been an indispensable M.C. for our conferences.
www.irishrecords.com
Bernie Choiniere
An award winning Catholic Contemporary musician, Bernie's dynamic gifts deliver enthusiastic songs of praise & worship, as well as special moments of meditative spiritual healing. He uplifts the spirits of young and old alike while spreading the Gospel message in a heartfelt way. Bernie is an artist for World Library Publications and he is very proud of his second CD, "With You" from which the song, "Emmanuel" was awarded the 2003 Unity Awards Best Modern Rock/Alternative Song of the Year.
www.bejcmusic.com
Guarnere Family
A Catholic family of five professionals who were called into God's service. Leaving behind their own personal business and career plans, they relocated 1800 miles to Pueblo where they have begun serving the people and clergy of the Catholic Church. Paul, Carla, Lisa, Sarah, and Angela will each share their personal experiences in following God's call in their lives.
www.guarnere.com
Vui Siaosi Talitimu
High Samoan Chief returning to co-host the youth program. Siaosi has a great love of the Eucharist and is a member of the Eucharistic Apostles of The Divine Mercy in Denver. He is a composer and musician and uses his musical gifts in his testimony and ministry as a Catholic Lay Evangelist. He was a participant in the EWTN series: Cenacle of Divine Mercy.
Fr. Mark Wheelan, SOLT
Ordained in Corpus Christi, Texas, Fr. Wheelan now serves the Native American Indians in North Dakota. He has been attending our conferences for several years to assist with the sacraments and is very much appreciated by all. We look forward to his participation as a speaker this year in addition to sacramental help.
Matthew Baute
Inspirational singer/songwriter Matthew Baute travels the US as a full-time lay "music missionary", sharing God's message of mercy and love through soothing prayer songs. Matthew's music is published by World Library Publications, and his 2007 recording "HOLD ME, LORD" received a Unity Award for "Praise and Worship Album of the Year". www.songsforprayer.com
This new film introduces this beloved priest to a new
generation — a generation that desperately needs this
shining example of what it means to serve God. His messages
remain as relevant and powerful today as they were nearly a
half-century ago. Through the stories of those who knew
him, viewers are reminded of his life and works. He lives
on in the memories of those whose lives he forever changed.