In this inspiring video, Melissa Pici, editor of La Fe Magazine, sits down with Corina Salinas, a parishioner of St. John Neumann Catholic Church and Director of the Women's Retreat for ACTS in Laredo, Texas. They discuss Corina's personal experience with the ACTS program, which focuses on spiritual companionship during retreats. Corina shares her background as a certified spiritual companion through the ACTS program and highlights the importance of serving others in this role. Through their conversation, viewers gain insight into the vital role of spiritual companionship in retreats and the transformative effect it can have on those who participate. In addition to discussing the ACTS program, Melissa and Corina delve into personal topics, such as family, faith, and Corina's upbringing. They also touch on the impact of the pandemic and how Corina has found strength and comfort through her faith during these challenging times. This video is a must-see for anyone interested in the intersection of spirituality and community service. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation!

Get ready for an engaging and personal conversation in the latest episode of Who's in the Pew Podcast! This week, we're thrilled to feature our very own Bennett McBride, station manager of the beloved KHOY radio station. Join us as we dive into Bennett's fascinating journey, including his conversion into Catholicism, his early days working for the Diocese of Laredo (yep, even before we were a Diocese!), nearly meeting Pope John Paul II, and how he met his wife and started a family. We'll even get to meet his furry friends! But that's not all – there's plenty more we covered in this deep talk that you won't want to miss. This episode is a must-watch for anyone who wants to get to know the man behind KHOY and hear some amazing stories. Tune in now to Who's in the Pew?!

Ariel Gomez Jr. on Faith and God's Presence in Our Lives In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Ariel Gomez Jr., a contributor of La Fe Magazine, about faith and God's presence in our lives. Melissa and Ariel dove deep into their personal experiences with faith, discussing how it has impacted their lives and shaped them into the people they are today. Throughout the conversation, Ariel shared his insights on how to cultivate a strong relationship with God, even when life gets tough. He also discussed the importance of community and how surrounding ourselves with like-minded individuals can help us stay grounded in our faith. Melissa and Ariel explored various topics related to spirituality, including prayer, meditation, and the power of positive thinking. They also spoke about some of the challenges that come with living a life of faith in a world that can often feel chaotic and uncertain. Overall, this episode was full of thought-provoking insights on spirituality and the role that faith plays in our lives. Whether you're a devout believer or simply curious about exploring your own spirituality more deeply, you won't want to miss this engaging conversation between two passionate individuals who share a common love for God.

Episode 1 featuring Deacon Jerry. We talked about his origins, the difference between a transitional deacon and a permanent deacon, donuts, and more.