CMLGP Panel

the Los Angeles Archdiocesan Ministry, believes that Baptism empowers all persons to live a full, Catholic life in union with all members of the Church, and works to provide safe and welcoming environments at the parish level for all members of the LGBTQ+ community, their friends and family, to experience the love of God through…

was ordained Deacon for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles in 2016 and served as Director of Diaconate Formation for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles for seven years. He has extensive experience in catechesis and liturgy having served as both Master Catechist and Master Lector for over 25 years. He holds a BA from The University…

is a dedicated educator with over 10 years’ experience teaching in Catholic schools and over 15 years assisting with faith formation at her parish. She holds a Master’s in Education from the University of La Verne. Becky developed a profound appreciation for the magic of Disney after working at Disneyland after college. Passionate about making…

is a full-time Catholic speaker who currently resides in Westlake Village. Equipped with M.A. in Theology, a B.A. in Catechetics, and a gift for humor and storytelling, Maggie travels the world as a speaker. Her first book, titled: “Friendship Reset: Ditch the Drama and Find Your Crew, A Practical Guide for Christians” will be released…

is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and worked as a Youth Minister for 8 years. Adam has a Masters in Clinical Psychology and is finishing a Masters in Theology. He specializes in working with teens, young adults, addiction, scrupulosity, anxiety, and clergy. His passion is the integration of the Catholic faith with psychotherapy and…

is Adjunct Professor of Philosophy at St. John’s Seminary. She has a Ph.D. in Philosophy, an M.A. in Religious Studies, and a Catechist certificate.

is one of 8 children, and was originally a Los Angeles County Deputy Sheriff and a Los Angeles Police Officer. After responding to many calls for help, he responded to God’s call to serve His people as a priest for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Previously a Parochial Vicar at Saint Raymond and American Martyrs…

was ordained in 1986, and has spent a total of 30 years in secondary education at St. Joseph High School in Santa Maria and Bishop Garcia Diego High School in Santa Barbara. He came to Ventura in March 2011, as Pastor of Mission Basilica San Buenaventura.