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Sr. Lourdes Fernandez Reyes
Eudist Servants of the Eleventh HourAs a dedicated volunteer in the Diocese of San Diego, Sister Lourdes brings a wealth of experience from her ministry at Las Colinas Women’s Prison, Fr. Joe’s Village, and Scripps Mercy Hospital Hillcrest. Her journey from Dr. Maria Lourdes Reyes, a renowned Pathologist and Public Health Administrator with credentials from St. Louis University, Georgetown, Harvard, SDSU, and UCLA Anderson, to a compassionate servant leader is a testament to her commitment to equality and justice. A former Country Director for Project Concern International and past President of the American Cancer Society California Division, Sister Lourdes has tirelessly advocated for the underserved, refugees, and migrants. Recognized with numerous awards, including the “One in a Million” from the American Cancer Society, her life mission is the realization of human potential through servant leadership. Don’t miss this opportunity to be moved and motivated by her story of faith and service.
Paul Jonna
LiMandri & Jonna LLPPaul M. Jonna, Esq. is a Partner with the civil litigation firm LiMandri & Jonna LLP in Rancho Santa Fe, California. He also serves as Special Counsel to the Thomas More Society, a national public interest law firm dedicated to restoring respect in law for life, family, and religious liberty. Mr. Jonna is admitted to practice before all courts in California, before the Ninth Circuit, and before the U.S. Supreme Court. His practice focuses on high-profile Constitutional litigation, complex business litigation, and serious personal injury cases.
Mr. Jonna is also active in the community. He served for three terms as the President of the San Diego Chapter of Legatus, an international group of Catholic business leaders. Additionally, Mr. Jonna has served on the Board of Catholic Answers, the Catholic Bar Association, San Diego Legatus, and the Ruth Institute.
Mr. Jonna earned his J.D. from the University of San Diego School of Law and his B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Southern California. He resides in Rancho Santa Fe with his wife and eight children.
Br. Sinan Salim
Order of the Sons of the CovenantBrother Sinan Salim was born and raised in the rich traditions of the Chaldean Rite Church. His early years were marked by a deep immersion in the faith and customs of his community, which instilled in him a profound sense of devotion and spirituality. This foundation led him to pursue a life dedicated to religious service.
He joined the Order of Sons of the Covenant, a significant milestone in his spiritual journey. After years of discernment and formation, Brother Sinan took his final vows on October 17, 2022, solidifying his lifelong commitment to his faith and order.
Fr. David Stephen
Father David Stephen's inspiring journey from Iraq to America and now Rome embodies a profound commitment to faith and service. Educated by the Jesuits and ordained on the Feast of the Assumption of Mary in 2014, Father David's life is a testament to dedication and compassion. With a Master's in Biblical Theology from John Paul the Great Catholic University and ongoing doctoral studies in Moral Theology at the Angelicum in Rome, he combines deep theological insights with a hands-on approach to ministry. Father David is actively involved in parish life, supporting the needy and leading efforts in Eucharistic revival, demonstrating a heartfelt dedication to fostering a vibrant faith community. Don't miss this chance to engage with Father David and be inspired by his unwavering faith and commitment to serving others.