This April, assuming the official call of the Bishop that will confirm my discernment, my fellow Youth Apostles brothers, Eric and Sean, and I will be ordained to the transitional diaconate and, finally, one year later in 2026, to the ministerial priesthood. 

St. Francis’ love for his brothers has been a parallel inspiration for our community.

This October marked 10 years of marriage to my husband Joey Clem, a lifetime member of Youth Apostles.

Why would the founders of Youth Apostles claim St. Francis from among our three patrons as the “heart” of our community?

Between sets one day, I had a student ask how we know that God actually hears our prayers.

There’s a learning curve involved in living in a new culture that requires some effort, but it was a fun and rewarding experience.

I went to Banica to experience a simple way of life and better understand the way most of the people in the world live on a daily basis.

The primary goal of Ignatian meditation – and any prayer – is to talk with God from the heart.

Life can be overwhelming; this is why it is crucial to foster authentic and life-long friendships with those who share your faith and who also want what is best for you.