"Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name: you are mine." -Isaiah 43:1

When it comes to our programs staff, no one is more beloved by our groups than Paco Herrera, who truly invests himself into each and every participant of the program he's running. Paco talks about the importance of calling someone by name, the need to "put on a show" to bring energy program, and how this all harmonizes with a deep and profound spiritual environment. Tune in to hear Paco break open and investigate the technique that has made him a staple for any OLF retreat.

"He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness." 2 Corinthians 9:10

All five of the Hickey kids come together in the same room to share their experiences of growing up within the camp setting. Far from being the ordinary childhood experience, all five of the Hickeys share their gratitude for what they received and how it equipped them to be attentive to people on the personal level as they've grown into adulthood. We're grateful for the opportunity to have this conversation and we hope you are edified by all of the lessons learned and shared by Jeremy, Maria, Jacob, Bryan, and Michelle.

"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen." -Ephesians 4:29We take some time to reflect in our own St. George Shrine about the graces, the stumbling blocks, and the lessons involved within the topic of communication. More than a byproduct of humanity, words have a divine origin and a potential to build someone up or completely cut them down. It's eternally important to reflect on how we communicate and more importantly how we are open to communication from a God who is constantly reaching out to us, hoping dearly for a response.