Meet the Team Behind Holy Renewal

Peter

Chief Operating Officer

Peter coordinates organizational operations, supports strategic planning, and helps ensure our initiatives remain aligned with Holy Renewal's mission and commitment to serving Catholic parishes.

Matthias

Director of Financial Operations

Matthias supports financial administration, licensing records, reporting, and organizational accountability.

Joseph

Director of Organizational Stewardship

Joseph supports responsible organizational stewardship, helping ensure Holy Renewal's resources, operations, and long-term planning remain guided by integrity, stability, and a commitment to serving Catholic parishes.

Mary

Director of Spiritual Mission & Formation

Mary supports the integrity of Holy Renewal's mission, helping ensure formation initiatives, resources, and communications remain centered on Christ and faithful to our commitment to Catholic discipleship.

Paul

Director of Evangelization & Mission Strategy

Paul supports evangelization initiatives, missionary discipleship, and strategies that help Catholic parishes reach more people, strengthen community participation, and encourage lasting relationships with Christ.

Ignatius

Director of Formation Strategy

Ignatius supports the development of structured formation pathways that encourage reflection, discernment, and meaningful growth in Christian discipleship, helping parishes implement programs with clarity and purpose.

Teresa

Director of Spiritual Formation & Leadership Development

Teresa supports spiritual formation and parish leadership development, helping communities cultivate prayerful discernment, strengthen Christian leadership, and encourage deeper relationships with Christ. She does not independently modify approved Holy Journey curriculum or doctrinal content.

Elizabeth Ann Seton

Director of Catholic Education & Learning

Elizabeth supports the development of effective Catholic learning experiences, helping Holy Renewal create accessible formation resources, strengthen facilitator preparation, and encourage meaningful engagement with the Catholic faith. Approved Holy Journey curriculum is not modified without appropriate human review.

Thomas Aquinas

Director of Theological Research & Doctrinal Integrity

Thomas Aquinas supports theological research and doctrinal accuracy, helping ensure Holy Renewal's formation resources and communications remain grounded in Sacred Scripture, the Catechism, and authoritative Catholic teaching. A digital research representative, not an ecclesiastical authority, he assists with research and preliminary verification but does not issue authoritative doctrinal judgments; substantive theological changes receive appropriate human review, and approved Holy Journey curriculum is not altered independently.

Augustine

Director of Dogmatic Theology & Grace

Augustine supports theological research into grace, human freedom, salvation, the Trinity, and foundational Catholic doctrines, helping ensure formation resources are grounded in the Church's theological tradition. Doctrinal conclusions require appropriate human review.

Jerome

Director of Biblical Scholarship & Scriptural Integrity

Jerome supports biblical scholarship, Scripture reference verification, and careful examination of biblical translations, helping ensure Holy Renewal's formation materials remain faithful to Sacred Scripture. Approved Holy Journey Scripture selections and canonical lesson content are not changed independently; textual findings are kept distinct from doctrinal conclusions, which receive appropriate human review.

Ambrose of Milan

Director of Sacramental Theology & Christian Initiation

Ambrose supports theological research into the sacraments and Christian initiation, helping ensure Holy Renewal's formation resources communicate the richness of sacramental life and its continuing importance in Catholic discipleship. Holy Renewal complements existing OCIA programs; Holy Journey does not replace OCIA.

Gregory the Great

Director of Pastoral Theology & Church Leadership

Gregory supports research into pastoral leadership, Church governance, and the responsibilities of Christian ministry, helping Holy Renewal develop resources that serve parish leaders with wisdom, clarity, and pastoral sensitivity.

Leo the Great

Director of Christology & Ecclesial Doctrine

Leo supports research into the person of Jesus Christ, the Church's Christological teaching, and the theological foundations of ecclesial unity, helping ensure formation resources remain grounded in authoritative Catholic doctrine. Defined Church teaching is kept distinct from historical theological interpretation, and approved theological content is not altered independently.

Robert Bellarmine

Director of Catholic Apologetics & Doctrinal Defense

Robert supports the research and explanation of Catholic doctrine, helping Holy Renewal address theological questions with clarity, historical understanding, and fidelity to the Church's teaching. He supports research and prepares explanations but does not issue authoritative judgments on Catholic doctrine; Holy Journey's theological governance and approval requirements apply.

Alphonsus Liguori

Director of Moral Theology & Spiritual Discernment

Alphonsus supports research into Catholic moral theology, conscience, virtue, and spiritual discernment, helping communicate the Church's moral teaching with clarity and pastoral care. He coordinates with Thomas Aquinas and does not independently issue doctrinal judgments.

Dominic

Director of Prayer & Doctrinal Outreach

Dominic supports Catholic teaching initiatives, prayer resources, and doctrinal outreach, helping communities communicate the faith with clarity, charity, and conviction. While Paul leads evangelization strategy and Robert Bellarmine handles apologetics, Dominic focuses on teaching outreach, prayer formation, and faith education.

Padre Pio

Director of Prayer & Spiritual Support

Pio supports the development of prayer resources and spiritual encouragement, helping Catholic communities deepen their relationship with Christ through prayer, reflection, and sacramental awareness. Note: This representative does not provide sacramental confession, absolution, or priestly spiritual direction. Sacramental and sensitive pastoral matters are referred to qualified clergy or appropriate human support.

Gemma Galgani

Director of Spiritual Encouragement & Prayer Resources

Gemma supports prayer and spiritual encouragement initiatives, helping Catholic communities develop resources that inspire perseverance, trust in Christ, and a deeper appreciation of prayer and Christian hope. Note: Gemma's resources are not a substitute for pastoral, medical, or mental health care; anyone who is struggling is encouraged to reach out to clergy or qualified professionals.

Thérèse of Lisieux

Director of Everyday Discipleship & Spiritual Growth

Thérèse supports practical approaches to everyday discipleship, helping Catholics discover how ordinary acts of love, prayer, humility, and trust can deepen their relationship with Christ. Note: She preserves Holy Journey's approved formation architecture and Weekly Challenge structure and does not independently modify frozen or approved lesson content.

Francis of Assisi

Director of Christian Peace & Spiritual Renewal

Francis supports initiatives centered on Christian peace, humility, simplicity, and renewal, helping Catholic communities express their faith through prayer, service, and care for others.

Benedict of Nursia

Director of Spiritual Protection & Discernment

Benedict supports Catholic educational resources on spiritual discipline, prayer, discernment, and the Church's tradition of seeking God's protection through faithful Christian living.

Anthony the Great

Director of Spiritual Warfare Education

Anthony supports education on Catholic spiritual discipline, resistance to temptation, prayer, and perseverance, drawing from the wisdom of the early Desert Fathers. Note: Anthony does not diagnose demonic activity or provide exorcism services; such matters are referred to qualified clergy.

John Vianney

Director of Sacramental Reconciliation Education

John supports educational resources about the Sacrament of Reconciliation, repentance, God's mercy, and the importance of priestly ministry in Catholic spiritual life. Note: This representative cannot hear confessions, grant absolution, or replace a priest.

John of the Cross

Director of Spiritual Discernment & Purification

John supports Catholic resources on spiritual discernment, interior freedom, detachment, and growth in prayer, drawing from the Church's rich tradition of mystical theology. Note: He does not diagnose spiritual conditions or present ordinary psychological suffering as supernatural activity.

Michael

Director of Sales & Prospecting

Michael develops relationships with prospective parish partners, introduces Holy Renewal's programs, and coordinates opportunities for consultation and collaboration.

Andrew

Director of Partnerships & Outreach

Andrew supports relationships with Catholic organizations, parish communities, and potential partners to strengthen collaboration and expand opportunities for parish renewal.

Catherine of Siena

Director of Strategic Advisory & Church Relations

Catherine supports strategic consultation and relationships with Catholic leadership, helping Holy Renewal strengthen communication, collaboration, and mission-focused partnerships with parishes and diocesan communities. She does not independently represent Holy Renewal in sensitive ecclesiastical discussions without the founders' authorization.

Katharine Drexel

Director of Philanthropy & Institutional Partnerships

Katharine supports philanthropic development and institutional relationships, helping Holy Renewal explore strategic partnerships and opportunities that expand access to Catholic formation and strengthen parish communities.

James the Greater

Director of Growth & Expansion

James supports strategic growth initiatives, regional expansion, and the development of new opportunities to serve Catholic parishes and communities.

Frances Cabrini

Director of U.S. Parish Development

Frances supports Holy Renewal's expansion across the United States, helping identify opportunities to serve Catholic parishes, develop regional relationships, and strengthen the implementation of sustainable discipleship programs.

Jude Thaddeus

Director of Client Success & Retention

Jude supports parish relationships, addresses service concerns, and helps participating communities receive consistent assistance throughout their partnership with Holy Renewal.

Raphael

Director of Parish Care & Accompaniment

Raphael supports parish partners through thoughtful guidance, personalized assistance, and ongoing accompaniment, helping communities confidently implement Holy Renewal's formation pathways and build lasting relationships.

Mary M.

Director of Community Engagement & Discipleship

Mary M. supports community engagement and discipleship initiatives, helping parishes create welcoming environments where newly initiated Catholics can build relationships, deepen their faith, and find lasting belonging.

Martha

Director of Parish Hospitality & Welcome

Martha supports welcoming parish experiences, helping communities build meaningful connections with newcomers and newly initiated Catholics through hospitality, personal accompaniment, and opportunities for lasting belonging.

Zélie Martin

Director of Family Engagement

Zélie supports initiatives that help Catholic families remain connected to parish life, encouraging meaningful participation among parents, children, and households navigating the responsibilities of everyday family life.

John

Director of Brand & Communications

John supports Holy Renewal's messaging, brand identity, and communications, helping ensure our mission is expressed with clarity, consistency, and purpose.

Maximilian Kolbe

Director of Digital Evangelization & Media

Maximilian supports digital evangelization and media initiatives, helping Holy Renewal share Catholic formation resources through thoughtful communication, educational media, and contemporary digital platforms. All public doctrinal content receives appropriate human review.

Matthew

Director of Digital Engagement

Matthew welcomes website visitors, assists with general inquiries, introduces Holy Renewal's resources, and helps parish representatives connect with the appropriate next steps.

Gabriel

Director of Messaging & Communications

Gabriel supports clear, thoughtful, and timely communication with parish leaders and partners, helping ensure every message reflects Holy Renewal's commitment to professionalism, responsiveness, and meaningful relationships.

Maximilian Kolbe

Director of Digital Evangelization & Media

Maximilian supports digital evangelization and media initiatives, helping Holy Renewal share Catholic formation resources through thoughtful communication, educational media, and contemporary digital platforms. All public doctrinal content receives appropriate human review.

Carlo Acutis

Director of Digital Faith Engagement & Eucharistic Education

Carlo supports creative digital initiatives that encourage Eucharistic devotion and help young people discover Catholic faith through accessible educational resources and technology. While Maximilian Kolbe oversees digital evangelization and media broadly, Carlo focuses specifically on youth-oriented digital faith and Eucharistic education.

Philip

Director of Research & Market Intelligence

Philip researches parish needs, faith formation resources, organizational developments, and emerging opportunities to support informed strategic decisions.

Thomas

Director of Website Intelligence & Quality Assurance

Thomas supports the quality, reliability, accessibility, and performance of our digital platforms, helping ensure visitors receive a seamless and dependable experience.

Simon

Director of Implementation & Automation

Simon supports the implementation, coordination, and improvement of digital systems that help Holy Renewal operate efficiently and serve parish partners.

Bartholomew

Director of Data Integrity & Analytics

Bartholomew supports accurate information management, organizational reporting, and responsible data practices that improve operational decision-making.

Luke

Director of Content & Publishing

Luke supports the development, organization, and publication of Holy Renewal's formation resources, helping ensure educational materials are clearly presented, professionally prepared, and accessible to Catholic parish communities.

Francis de Sales

Director of Editorial Excellence & Communications

Francis supports editorial excellence across Holy Renewal's publications and communications, helping ensure our writing remains clear, thoughtful, accessible, and sensitive to the pastoral needs of Catholic communities. He does not independently alter approved theological content or frozen Holy Journey lessons.

James the Lesser

Director of Documentation & Compliance

James supports clear documentation, organizational policies, established procedures, and consistent operational standards across Holy Renewal.