Guest Speakers
We have been blessed to have the support of the following speakers for presentations to the teens at our monthly meetings.
Fr. Benedict Groeschel
Fr. Benedict allowed us to videotape a personal presentation from him to our teens, addressing a number of issues of The Faith as they pertain to young people today. His wit and wisdom is a joy to share with the teens and given his non-stop schedule of travel, seminars and television, we are most grateful for his making the time for us.
Fr. Joseph Fessio
Fr. Fessio, founder and editor of Ignatius Press, editor of Catholic World Report, and Theologian in Residence at Ave Maria University, let us interview and tape him for presentations to the teens on a number of interesting and sophisticated topics. Several Drop of Clear Water members have gone on to attend Ave Maria University.
Fr. Glen Sudano
One of the original Franciscan Friars of The Renewal, Fr. Glen has also graciously allowed us to interview and tape him for presentations to our teens on a variety of subjects such as prayer, chastity, discernment and providence. He is also our spiritual director for A Drop of Clear Water. For more information on the Franciscan Friars of The Renewal click on this link.
Fr. Luke Sweeny
Fr. Luke Sweeny , Director of Vocations for The Archdiocese of NY, has come to our meetings and spoken to the teens about vocations and about The Cathedral Prep Program at St. Joseph's Seminary in Dunwoody, NY. He prayed The Divine Office with the teens and their parents, and spent a very generous amount of time with them one-on-one. See more about The Cathedral Prep Program at this link.
Chris Godfrey
Chris Godfrey, Giants Superbowl champion, founder of Athletes For Life, and author of the book "That's Where I Live," came to visit the members of A Drop Of Clear Water in November, 2005, and again in February, 2009. He gave a wonderful presentation of his experience with faith and his commitment to virtue, truth and purity. He captivated the teens with his moving life story and clear examples of why to live a chaste life. For more information about the life and mission of Chris Godfrey, visit Life Athletes
Jason Evert
In 2004, Jason Evert, author of the books "Teen Relationships," "If You Really Loved Me," and the booklet "Pure Love," gave a chastity talk called Romance Without Regret to the members of A Drop Of Clear Water and to the students of Burke Catholic High School in Goshen, NY. After his presentation at Burke High School, Jason Evert offered to meet with any students who wished to speak with him further. He went into the chapel where he talked to students non-stop for the next 7 hours! If you'd like to see more about Jason, and even hear a tape of his chastity talk online, visit his site at : Pureloveclub.com
Sister Mareid and Sister Mariam a
Sister Mareid and Sister Mariam of The Franciscan Sisters of The Renewal spoke to us about vocations and discernment, sharing their personal experiences leading them to their choosing the religious life. They also shared many of their experiences as sisters and the joy they have experienced living out God's plan for their lives. For more information, please visit their site.
Chris and Joan Bell
Chris and Joan have been a great blessing to our group, coming to all our monthly meetings. Chris Bell, who founded Good Counsel Crisis Pregnancy Homes with Fr. Benedict Groeschel, has spoken to the teens on the subject of Angels and Demons. Joan (Andrews) Bell, a legend in the Pro-Life world, has shared countless spiritual insights and her constant optimism and love with all the teens and parents. She and her two sisters have written a number of beautiful children's books which you can see at New Hope Publications.
A Drop of Clear Water is a lay support group for Catholic teens. Our goal is to bring together teens who love their faith, are committed to chastity, and are ready to explore the wonder and beauty of Catholicism.