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Mary Sampey was the youngest of 4 children in a close-knit Catholic family and was raised in Ohio. She can be described a very positive, enthusiastic and upbeat person. She attended Catholic schools through college. She was captain of the cheerleading squad and was voted as the classmate with the most school spirit in high school. Her family were hard workers and were very involved in the community.

An outsider might think that the family had it all together and nothing ever went wrong.  But as Mary entered adulthood things were about to change for her family. A number or traumas and health issues occurred within the family, and they went into isolation and secrecy. Her story is about how their faith helped them deal the family illnesses, traumas, and the devastating loss of a family member. Her family would experience great suffering, but it brought her closer to Christ and she learned how suffering can turn to joy. Mary would discover the meaning of a verse God revealed to her, “You do not know what I am doing, but later you will understand.” John 13:7

Mary Sampey has a bachelor’s degree in Catholic theology from St. Vincent College and a master’s degree in theology from Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio. She is an active member and cantor at her parish and has served in roles in the Diocese of Greensburg and the Diocese of Pittsburgh.

This testimony was given to the Morgantown, WV Chapter in August of 2024.

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Kathy Corona’s witness is the transforming love of Christ and how Jesus worked in her life to break the chains and heal her, bringing her to the best version of herself. Kathy is an avid hiker and describes her faith journey as climbing a mountain, starting in the valley and hiking up the mountain, having that mountain top experience and then going down into the valley again.

Kathy is married to Ken, the mother of 5 grown children and grandmother of 8. She grew up in Ohio. She has worked in the banking industry for 33 years. She went to a Life in the Spirit Seminar in 1997 and was baptized in the Holy Spirit, which changed her life! She moved to Florida in 2009 and is the founder and leader of the Healing Prayer Team in her parish.

She has been an active member of the Magnificat Broward Chapter for 10 years, holding many different positions. In 2020 she joined the Magnificat Region 5 Service Team in the Leadership position and is currently the Regional Representative for Region 5. She truly loves the Magnificat Ministry and knows it brings women closer to Jesus Christ, Our Blessed Virgin Mother Mary, and the Holy Spirit.

‘May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope in the power of the Holy Spirit.’ Romans 15:13

This testimony was given to the Broward County, FL Chapter in August of 2024.

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Patty Mansfield begins her talk by sharing the story of how the Ministry received the name ‘Magnificat’, the mystery of the visitation as the Holy Spirit overshadows the encounter of Mary and her cousin Elizabeth.

Patty has traveled to the Holy Land many times and she shares some of her personal experiences. She focuses on four locations, two in Galilee and two in Jerusalem. as she poses the question, “How can I imitate Mary?” Her first stop is in Cana of Galilee at the wedding feast where she tells the servers, “Do whatever He tells you.’ Mary shows ‘confidence,’ no matter how bleak the experience, we must always have confidence in God. Patty gave another of example of how Jesus said, “Blessed our those who hear the Word of God and keep it,” Jesus valued even more than her physical motherhood, her ‘obedience’ to the Word of God. Those are two ways not only to imitate Mary but to ‘be Mary.’ Patty’s last important point was when Jesus gave his mother to the world, he was giving her a new mission of spiritual motherhood.

Our prophetic call in this suffering world and our suffering Church is to stand and pray for our priests, just as Mary stood at the cross of Jesus. She endured, she humbled herself and stayed hidden. She was a lowly handmaiden who emptied herself for the sake of her son and the new Pentecost.

This talk was given at the ‘Who Do You Say That I Am’ Magnificat International Leaders Conference on October 8, 2021.

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Alexandra is a wife and mother of two young boys and a Pro-Life speaker who shares her testimony as an Abortion Survivor. Alexandra reveals the ways in which God carried out His plan for her life, to bring her out of an orphanage in Russia so she could spread the message of the Gospel. Alexandra has a powerful message of mercy and forgiveness as she healed from the rejection of being unwanted and the low self esteem she carried for many years.

Alexandra shares what she learned from a priest by attending a retreat and other influential individual’s wisdom that she has gleaned from in her journey of faith and hope.  She applied the knowledge in her own life to forgive her birth mother and overcome the obstacles. She received true freedom, forgiveness, and love that only the Lord can give through His abundant mercy. She wants people to know that they have experienced her similar situation and that there is hope for them, too.

Alexandra is an active member of her Parish, a Registered Nurse, and a Creighton Model Fertility Care Practitioner Intern.

This testimony was given to the Rochester, NY Chapter in April of 2021.

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In this 20th episode of the Understanding Catholicism Series, our presenter, James Seghers, reflects on how the life of the Church revolves around the Eucharistic sacrifice of our Blessed Lord’s Passion and death and how the sacraments are powers that come forth from the risen body of Jesus and are always life-giving.

James recounts how The Passion commenced shortly after The Last Supper when Jesus made his wedding vows in a deeply personal act, “This is my body which is given for you.” He details how our Lord, in his immense suffering, was not only burdened by the horrors of His impending Passion and crucifixion, but also by a profound sense of abandonment and sorrow over humanity’s sinfulness, offering a comforting understanding of our own struggles.

James further explains how we are subject to trials throughout our lives. Amidst our trials, however, and even while heaven’s assistance seems far off, we should look to Getsemene. The heavenly Father, who knows all and eternity, knows what is best for us. “Not my will, but yours be done.”

James also relays how the Apostles suffered during The Passion. However, their responses demonstrate human frailty, as Jesus said to Peter, “The spirit Is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Only by relying on Jesus, not ourselves, can we conquer our will and receive transforming graces. However, despite the Apostle’s desertion during The Passion, Jesus’ love and forgiveness continue to follow and unite the Apostles, leading them to a deeper understanding and gladly pick up their crosses to do the Father’s will.

This is the 20th Episode in the (20 Episode Series) of Understanding Catholicism.

 Jimmy Seghers was born in New Orleans. Jimmy has devoted much of his life to the pursuit of learning, teaching, and mentorship. Jimmy has taught Sacred Scripture and Apologetics (that is, the defense of the Catholic faith). Jimmy frequently gives retreats, parish missions, and talks on biblical subjects. He is seen on FOCUS with Lisa Flood discussing biblical and religious topics. His classes are approved by the Archdiocese of New Orleans for certification credits for religion teachers. Each week, Jim is heard on the Radio Maria network. He can also be heard each morning on Catholic Community Radio as he gives the daily Gospel reflection. His essays have been published in This Rock, the Clarion-Herald, and he contributed to a catechetical series published by Ave Maria University Press. His most recent book is The Fullness of Truth: A Handbook for Understanding and Explaining the Catholic Faith Biblically.

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Laurie Walsh is a retired therapist, probation officer, and published author. She is the youngest of three girls. Laurie was raised in a small Montana town, attending Catholic Schools and the local University. She shares her story of being rescued by the Lord from addictions and sins that caused deep depression in her life.

Laurie began her interest in working with people early on when she and her husband managed a state group home where over a three-year period, they fostered 58 troubled teens. Laurie and her husband “H” relocated to Arizona in 1987 where she earned a master’s degree in counseling and human development. For the next 35 years, she worked with adults and teens specializing in cases of molestation, domestic violence, trauma, and addiction. Laurie was the founder and coordinator of the Phoenix Magnificat Chapter for 8 yrs. and since 2018 has been the Region 3 Communications Representative of the International Ministry.

Laurie has been a featured speaker and trainer at various parishes, conferences, and diocesan events in the U.S. Laurie’s greatest joy is giving her time to honor Our Mother Mary.

This testimony was given to the North County San Diego Chapter in May 2024.

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In this 19th episode of the Understanding Catholicism Series, our presenter, James Seghers, explores the unique gifts God bestowed on the Blessed Virgin Mary as the ‘chosen one.’ He also discusses how it is the Father’s plan to incorporate all his earthly sons and daughters into the Blessed Trinity—the salvation of souls.

James explains how the Lord, in his Divine Providence, chooses to work within human limitations. Every human has a destiny to achieve in the divine plan—a vocation accepted or rejected as God loves but never forces his will.

When we honor the holy heroes—the saints—we are not just celebrating their achievements, but also the power and love God has manifested in them. For without God, their accomplishments would have been nothing.

James also discusses the Old Testament and Mary’s unique role from the very dawn of civilization and the ‘first gospel,’ which foreshadows the future Messiah to the graces given to Mary in order to fulfill her unique role.

This is the 19th Episode in the (20 Episode Series) of Understanding Catholicism.

Jimmy Seghers was born in New Orleans. Jimmy has devoted much of his life to the pursuit of learning, teaching, and mentorship. Jimmy has taught Sacred Scripture and Apologetics (that is, the defense of the Catholic faith). Jimmy frequently gives retreats, parish missions, and talks on biblical subjects. He is seen on FOCUS with Lisa Flood discussing biblical and religious topics. His classes are approved by the Archdiocese of New Orleans for certification credits for religion teachers. Each week, Jim is heard on the Radio Maria network. He can also be heard each morning on Catholic Community Radio as he gives the daily Gospel reflection. His essays have been published in This Rock, the Clarion-Herald, and he contributed to a catechetical series published by Ave Maria University Press. His most recent book is The Fullness of Truth: A Handbook for Understanding and Explaining the Catholic Faith Biblically.

To find out more about Magnificat, A Ministry to Catholic Women, visit us at www.magnificat-ministry.org

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Fr. Robert’s priestly call has its origin in an experience of the sacrament of Penance and its growth and continuation in movements in the church that have formed since the Second Vatican Council. He witnesses to the truth that all things are possible with God. The faith journey God has led him on is one of ongoing personal conversion and service to the people of God. Highlights will be shared that are out in the uniqueness of a French Catholic heritage in the New Orleans and bayou areas of Louisiana.

Fr. Robert Cavalier is a priest of the Archdiocese of New Orleans who has served in numerous parishes and other assignments for almost 52 years. He has taken an active role in many ministries throughout his vocation, Marriage Encounter, Pro-Life, Rachel’s Vineyard, Grace and Mercy Healing ministry, and Spiritual Direction, pilgrimages, and worked closely with Immaculee’ Libagiza and Kitty Cleveland in their perspective ministries.

Our Lady of Mepkin is his most dear image of our Blessed Mother which is in the Trappist monastery of the same name in South Carolina. Currently serving as resident chaplain for the Teresian Sisters in Covington, he is also chaplain of the Magnificat Chapter in Mandeville, LA.

This testimony was given to the West St. Tammany, LA Chapter in May 2024.

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In this 18th episode of the Understanding Catholicism Series, our presenter, James Seghers, discusses the spiritual aspects of celibacy and how it is connected with the sacrament of matrimony and the Church’s teaching on Purgatory.

Celibacy is the voluntary vow to remain unmarried and to practice sexual abstinence. The Church teaches that all the ordained ministers, except permanent deacons, are typically chosen from among men of faith who live a celibate and intend to remain celibate for the sake of the Kingdom of God for the rest of their lives. (Mathew Chapter 19).

Jim explains that those who faithfully live their celibate vocations proclaim that Christ has come, the Kingdom is here, and we live it now. Jesus does not command celibacy but rather offers it as an exception to the general vocation, which is to marry. Pope John Paul II said celibacy is a gift, a charismatic sign—a grace and a personal choice made for the Kingdom of God. James further discusses fidelity and fruitfulness in celibacy, union with God, and human marriage.

In discussing Purgatory, a word that means “cleansing,” James shares that Purgatory is where those who die in God’s grace and friendship go. While ensuring their eternal salvation, those souls in Purgatory cannot enter heaven until they are purified. God forgives sin, but as evident in sacred scripture, temporal punishment is necessary before entering heaven. James further discusses mortal sin, venial sins, and their consequences.

This is the 18th Episode in the (20 Episode Series) of Understanding Catholicism.

Jimmy Seghers was born in New Orleans. Jimmy has devoted much of his life to the pursuit of learning, teaching, and mentorship. Jimmy has taught Sacred Scripture and Apologetics (that is, the defense of the Catholic faith). Jimmy frequently gives retreats, parish missions, and talks on biblical subjects. He is seen on FOCUS with Lisa Flood discussing biblical and religious topics. His classes are approved by the Archdiocese of New Orleans for certification credits for religion teachers. Each week, Jim is heard on the Radio Maria network. He can also be heard each morning on Catholic Community Radio as he gives the daily Gospel reflection. His essays have been published in This Rock, the Clarion-Herald, and he contributed to a catechetical series published by Ave Maria University Press. His most recent book is The Fullness of Truth: A Handbook for Understanding and Explaining the Catholic Faith Biblically.

To find out more about Magnificat, A Ministry to Catholic Women, visit us at www.magnificat-ministry.org

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Fr. Gary was born and raised in New Orleans, in a family of four boys. Fr. Gary knew from an early age he wanted to become a priest and began researching different orders in middle school. Fr Gary attended HC Schaumburg, St James Major Elementary, and Brother Martin HS.  He studied Biophysics for 3 years at the University of New Orleans and was a member of Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity.  After going on pilgrimage to Medjugorje in 1987, he left UNO to study at St Joseph Seminary College for the Archdiocese of New Orleans.  He received his BA in Liberal Arts and went on to study at Notre Dame Seminary.

After two years at NDS, he left the seminary in 1993.  In 1996, he married his wife, Judy, and they were married for 13 yrs.  Judy died in 2009 and Gary reapplied to the seminary.  He was re-accepted and studied for another three years, receiving his MDiv degree in 2013, and was ordained to the Priesthood of Jesus Christ on June 1, 2013.  He has served as Parochial Vicar at St Anselm in Madisonville, St Margaret Mary in Slidell, and he is now the Pastor of St Joseph Church & Shrine in Gretna and St Anthony Church in Gretna since July 2017.  He is active in two KC Councils, he is  the Chaplain for a Domestic Church Group, and for both David Crockett Fire Department and Gretna Police Department.

This testimony was given to the Marerro, LA Chapter in March 2021.

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