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a Grateful heart
as i wrote this book, there were many moments where i paused to give thanks for the many people who supported this project.
rosanne coffey, the editor of RTJ’s Creative Catechist, who innocently asked, “catherine, did you ever consider writing a book?” rosanne planted the seed and then, much to my delight, as the editor, she watered the seed and helped it grow.
Father Mark osterhaus, a good friend of mine who often told stories about the saints in his daily homilies and helped us apply their characteristics to our own lives, which deepened my love and appreciation for these holy men and women.
The monks at saint bede abbey in Peru, illinois, who provided a sacred space that was so essential in the writing and rewriting of this manuscript.
lindsey leach and sarah sudkamp, two students at blackburn college, whose computer skills amazed me as they took my brief sketches and created, resized, and flipped numerous templates for the learning centers. Their energy and enthusiasm was catching. one day i walked into the office area and each of them was wearing a bishop miter! Their assistance was invaluable.
dominican sisters of springfield, illinois, who never know when or where the next creative bubble is going to emerge, but provide the necessary encouragement and resources to help my dreams become realities.
My family, who has always supported and encouraged me in any endeavor i’ve undertaken. without realizing it, they give me great material to include in books and articles.
My colleagues at blackburn college, who provide me with a variety of opportunities to share my creative passion.
everyone at Twenty-Third Publications, who made this a very positive experience.
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