Jennifer is the founder and owner of JM Counseling, Inc. As a licensed marriage and family therapist in the State of Florida, she specializes in working with couples and families who are dealing with marital or relational difficulties, divorce, infidelity, and remarriage issues. Jennifer also sees individuals who struggle with self-esteem, relationships, and family issues. Her style of counseling is characterized by a kind and direct manner, combined with compassion, in a culturally sensitive context. Jennifer is trained as a process facilitator in Collaborative Divorce. Her professional experience is enhanced by her past work at a community mental health facility as a unit therapist, as well as her experience as a family mediator in the Florida 5th Circuit Courts. Jennifer graduated with honors from Stetson University with a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Counseling. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Milligan College near Johnson City, TN. Jennifer was born and raised in Florida and loves the warm sunshine. She doesn't mind the hurricanes; in fact, she got married the day of Hurricane Jeanne in 2004. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. To speak with Jennifer, email her at jennifer@jmcounseling.com or call her at 407-782-4848

Br. Louis Canter, OEF recently retired from full time ministry as Coordinator of Pastoral Care for four parishes in the Diocese of Orlando. He is currently a part time chaplain for a local community hospital.  Louis is involved with Ecumenical and Inter- faith dialogue, which includes the religious community of which he belongs. His work as a composer and concert artist for International Liturgical Publications has offered him a wide variety of opportunities for dialogue with many faith communities and to explore the musical language of the Catholic Church.

He assisted the diocese of Orlando as a representative on the board for the Interfaith Council of Central Florida. He is a member of the National Association of Lay Ministry, the National Association of Pastoral Musicians, National Association of Catholic Chaplains,  and the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions.  He also sits on the Diocesan Liturgical Commission for the diocese of Orlando.

He has spent most of his life as a Pastoral Musician, which has afforded him the opportunity to minister in a wide variety of parishes that had many multi-cultural facets to them.  The combination of both Pastoral Musician and Pastoral Ministry makes Louis a great resource in Liturgy and Music. He is currently the Composer in Residence for the Lutheran Franciscans. He is also a Chaplin at Lakeland Regional Hospital.

He is a published composer and author. He continues to do parish missions, retreats and writes for International Liturgical Publications. He is also published by Oregon Catholic Press and World Library/GIA publications. Louis has performed throughout the United States and most recently has performed in Carnegie Hall as a pianist and vocalist for the ‘Voices in the Hall’ Concert. In September of 2023 he received the ‘Mary, Mother of God’ Award from Bishop Noonan for excellence in Pastoral Ministry.

David M. O'Brien brings graduate degrees in theology and peacebuilding from the University of Notre Dame as well as 35 years of ministry experience. He has been a professor a Spring Hill College, St. Leo's and Notre Dame with specialties in ministry training, evangelization and social justice--Catholic Social Teaching. He works extensively with teens, young adults, couples and people serving in ministry who need formation and mentoring. He is the father of six children with his wife of 22 years, Retzel (Rachel). Together they believe that they are called to live as missionaries in their everyday lives no matter where the Lord places them. Over the last 15 years, they and their children served in Uganda, Peru, and Mexico. Currently, they live outside of The Villages and spend most of their time shuttling their children to all their activities and trying to pay the bills.

Mrs. Lydia Britton is a seasoned liturgist, musician, and catechetical leader. Having spent the past 30+ years working in parishes and schools within the Diocese of Orlando, she has a special devotion for bringing a deeper love and understanding of liturgy to the heart of the faithful. Fully bilingual, she has been a course facilitator for various Diocesan adult catechetical programs and is a frequent guest speaker for conferences and spiritual retreats. She holds a master’s degree in theology and Christian spirituality and currently serves as Director of Faith Formation at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Orlando.

Director of Music & Liturgy at St. Paul Catholic Church

Music Teacher at St. Paul Catholic School

Communications Coordinator at St. Paul Catholic Church & School

Parochial Administrator of St. Paul Catholic Church.

Senior Deacon at St. Paul Catholic Church

Dcn. Mike and Nyann have been married 45 yrs. They had two sons Mike Jr. and Rob.

Nyann worked in the insurance industry for more than 40 yrs. Mike was a stay at home dad and started up a one man sign company.

 Beginning in the 1991, they both became very involved in their parish, Holy Family Catholic Church in Caledonia, MI. In 1994 Mike hired on part time at Holy Family as Associate Director of Religious Education. Mike had spent four years in the seminary and had a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. His main focus was middle school and high school faith formation until a new pastor came along in 1997 and asked him to be full time Pastoral Associate. Mike was working on a Masters in Pastoral Ministry through an extension program offered by Loyola University, New Orleans.

 Nyann trained and served as a Stephen Minister, also as an OCIA team member, cantor, and choir member until 2007.

In 1999, the Diocese of Grand Rapids restarted its diaconate program and Mike was in the first class ordained in 2002.  Upon Ordination, Dcn Mike was assigned to the position of Director of Formation & Life and Ministry of Deacons where he served until 2007. Nyann worked in the formation of deacon candidate wives along with marriage preparation and diaconal discernment.

Dcn. Mike was assigned Pastoral Associate at St. Mary Magdalene Parish in Kentwood, MI in 2007. The couple continued serving in various ministries together, moving to Leesburg, FL in 2018. Nyann is a two time cancer survivor. 

In 2018, Dcn. Mike and Nyann suffered the loss of their oldest son, Mike Jr. and in 2022 lost their youngest son, Rob.

It is a deep rooted Catholic faith and the prayer and support of friends the allows them to live gratefully and serve with joy.

Director of Operations for St. Paul Catholic Church & School

Deacon at St. James Catholic Cathedral, Orlando

Volunteer Coordinator of the St. Paul Food Pantry

Store Coordinator at St. Paul’s Thrift & Gift Store

Parishioner of St. Paul Catholic Church

Claudia Bermeo-Grajales, es Psicoterapeuta, con licencia en salud mental en Florida. Tiene una Maestría en desarrollo humano, Maestría en orientación y consejería y Diplomado en teología del cuerpo, certificación en trauma y duelo. Sin embargo, Claudia atribuye su mayor conocimiento al mejor maestro de todos: Jesucristo.

​Claudia es católica activa, sirviendo a su parroquia por 25 años en diferentes ministerios como proclamadora de la palabra, coordinadora con su esposo del grupo matrimonios, asesor adulto del grupo de jóvenes adultos, voluntario en el ministerio de respeto a la vida de la Arquidiócesis de Miami, Misionera del Instituto Pastoral del Sureste SEPI, entre otras misiones como Haití y Colombia

Hernán Medina nació y se crio en Puerto Rico, se traslado a la cuidad de Orlando, FL en 1996 junto a su familia. Desde entonces es miembro de la comunidad católica de St. Isaac Jogues.

En octubre de 2000, vivió la experiencia religiosa de Cursillos de Cristiandad en Campo San Pedro de la Diosecis de Orlando, desde entonces, comenzó su vida activa ministerial dentro de la iglesia, integrándose al Movimientos de Cusrsillos como miembro del Secretariado diocesano y como director Laico por 14 años.

Recibió formación y certificación en teológica practica y ministerial de parte de la Universidad de Loyola de New Orleans y la capacitación de facilitador de los cursos del programa de Loyola. Ha estado vinculado como facilitador de programas de formación en la diocesis de Orlando; LEM- Ministerio Eclesial Laico, Instituto Santa Catalina de Siena (curso Ananías) y Formación para catequistas.

En la actualidad tiene a su cargo la coordinación del ministerio de OCIA- Orden Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos en su parroquia de St. Isaac Jogues en la ciudad de Orlando. Hernán Medina sirve con mucho entusiasmo y entrega en todo lo relacionado a la formación para los miembros de la iglesia. 

Con más de 15 años de trayectoria en la música católica, Joshua ha dedicado su vida a evangelizar a través del canto y la predicación. En 2012, fue invitado a acompañar en misión al ministerio Alfareros, participando en la grabación y gira del álbum "Todo mi Amor es Para Ti", experiencia que reafirmó su llamado misionero.

Actualmente vive en Orlando, Florida, donde sirve junto a su familia en la Iglesia. Es parte activa de la Renovación Carismática Católica Hispana (RCCH) de la diócesis de Orlando, trabaja en la parroquia Holy Family en el departamento de Formación de Fe, y junto a su esposa e hijos también sirven en la Iglesia Holy Cross. Además, imparte talleres para músicos católicos en Estados Unidos y Latinoamérica, formando y animando a otros a servir con excelencia y corazón en el ministerio.

Parochial Vicar at Blessed Sacrament, Clermont

8 years ordained. Born in Donmatias (Antioquia) Colombia. Studies: Spiritual Direction and Retreat master with IPF. Parochial Vicar at Blessed Sacrament Church and Santo Toribio Romo Catholic Mission.

Ordenado hace 8 años. Nacido en Donmatías (Antioquia), Colombia. Estudios: Dirección Espiritual y Maestro de Retiros con la IPF. Vicario Parroquial de la Iglesia del Santísimo Sacramento y de la Misión Católica Santo Toribio Romo.

Deacon at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church,
Altamonte Springs

Diácono de la Iglesia Católica de Santa María Magdalena,
Altamonte Springs

Coordinador de Comunicaciones en la Iglesia y Escuela Católica St. Paul

Campus Director of Evangelization & Discipleship