2022 Cohort

Being part of the Tepeyac Leadership Initiative showed me that Catholic faith, morals, and values can be put into practice amidst a secular setting and that one’s faith is not incompatible with the duties of life. Since starting the program, I have been increasingly placed in positions of leadership and the foundation has been set firmly by the TLI program. To have been part of this program as a young professional from Belize was exciting and illuminating and I’m grateful that the TLI program has an international reach. I believe that others can benefit from this program as I did. Therefore, [...]

"First, “No one gives what he does not have.” I commit to, with my pastor, developing a plan of life to receive what God wishes to give those around me. Second, I commit to researching professional organizations I could join in hopes of future board service. Finally, inspired by this community and St. Josemaria Escriva, I will strive to live my work as the means of sanctification it is: through cheerfulness, with a “get to” instead of “have to” attitude, and by recalling the imago Dei in every person I meet."  

Our Session 7 Envisioning Exercise was to “develop an initiative to promote the development of healthier alternatives for media.” My response was a proposal for a screenwriting competition with a $100,000 award for the best script written in accordance with the Hays Code. For a relatively modest sum, plus some additional funds for administration of the contest, Catholics could commission the creation of beautiful stories which have the potential to bring writers into the orbit of the Church and touch the hearts of millions. Christ communicated challenging truths through storytelling. Today, His Church has the potential to do the same. My [...]

At an early age I began serving my local parish, and at the time of my confirmation, my faith became an immovable part of my everyday life thanks to many great leaders in the church. I have now served in multiple leadership roles and have worked as a Diocesan employee for over 3 years. God’s grace has given me skills in the areas of IT/AV, finance, and creative media; with which I intend to make a true impact on my local community and this Holy Church as far as the Lord allows me. My passion for Young Adult Ministry and Catechetical [...]

I will help create a new coalition of Civic, church, and lay leaders to rebuild a culture of Life in Colorado. We will work to build up more leaders committed to the dignity of the human person that will work to change the laws and culture of the state.  

I reflected at length on my leadership commitment, and concluded after prayer, reflection, and speaking with my TLI Mentor. For my Leadership Commitment, I plan to write a book on the promotion of Human Dignity through policy, using Aquinas and St. Augustine's writings as my primary sources. This will be a long and difficult process, but I am excited to embrace this challenge to which I feel I am called.  

I commit to being a servant entrepreneur working to bring the Kingdom of God serving as the President of Young Catholic Professionals in Denver is just the beginning. As I build the foundation of a global, yet local community of like-minded Catholic professionals in Colorado, I will share love in organizational action, integrated across leadership, innovation, and venture creation. Instead of leveraging cultural trends for gain, I will build products and experiences that renew culture. I will check for complacency and strive for Christ-like excellence in everything I do. I will pursue meaningful risk for the sake of others.  

My TLI Leadership Commitment includes three goals. First, I plan to finish a pro-life documentary which is just starting the editing process.  Second, I will be supporting Radio Family Rosary, based here in Phoenix, which has been going strong for 31 years. Third, and God willing, I would like to start a production company which would produce compelling life affirming content. I will work with others to accomplish these goals to glorify God.

My leadership commitment is that I will volunteer in a Catholic Radio Network for a year and support them with their social media content. I will also create a Social Media Account to evangelize by sharing different places of catholic devotions (pilgrimages).