Epiphany – December 31, 2024

Fr. Mitch Pacwa talks about his book “Commentary on the book of Isaiah“. Elizabeth Gengle talks about mental prayer.

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Fr. Mitch Pacwa  talks about his book “Commentary on the book of Isaiah“.

Father Mitch Pacwa received his B.A. in Philosophy and Theology from the University of Detroit, summa cum laude. He was ordained a Catholic priest in 1976 with the Society of Jesus and then continued his studies. He received his Master of Divinity and S.T.B. from the Jesuit School of Theology of Loyola University, magna cum laude. At Vanderbilt University, he received his Master of Arts, Ph.D. in Old Testament.

Father Pacwa has taught at the high school, university, and seminary levels. Being a well-known biblical scholar, he has lectured at hundreds of conferences and churches around the world, and has appeared and hosted international radio and television programs. He is best known for his appearances on EWTN.

Father Pacwa is fluent in twelve languages and has a unique understanding of the peoples and cultures of the Middle East. Father’s extensive travels throughout the Middle East, Europe, and the Holy Land has inspired him to write the “Holy Land Prayer Book,” which has been published by his own apostolate, Ignatius Productions, and can be used as a prayer book guide for any pilgrim traveling to the Holy Land. Father Pacwa also has the privilege of being bi-ritual, which means he can also celebrate the Maronite Mass of the Eastern Catholic Church.

Elizabeth Gengle talks about mental prayer.

Elizabeth Gengle is a graduate of the Franciscan University of Steubenville with a Bachelor’s degree in Theology with a concentration in Religious Education and a minor in Mental Health and Human Services.

She has worked in various parish, Catholic school, youth ministry, and adult faith formation settings for over twenty years since her graduation. Elizabeth has presented at, facilitated, and organized numerous retreat opportunities.

Elizabeth has established Heart of the Interior Life Retreat and Speaking Ministry, dedicated to sharing the spiritual teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola and St. John Paul II.