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Will It Play in Peoria?

February 2, 2013 by Lisa Schmidt 2 Comments

Ever hear this one?

“Have you ever played Peoria?”
“Peoria? Oh, yes — I spent four years there one night!”

I’m here all night, folks. No, really, I’m actually here, all night, in Peoria! Tonight I’m “playing” Peoria and giving a talk with Sister Helena Burns on Authentic Friendships in a Social Media Age to a fine group of women.

Posted in: Fun, Schmidt, Lisa Tagged: Peoria, Speaking Gigs, Spiritual Friendships

Archbishop Fulton Sheen Alleged Miracle

June 28, 2012 by Lisa Schmidt 1 Comment

** James’ story as told in the video below will be the alleged miracle submitted for Venerable Sheen’s beatification! ** Pope Benedict XVI recently approved the heroic virtues of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. This act carries with it the title of “Venerable,” and now Sheen’s cause of canonization for sainthood can advance to the next stage. … [Read more…]

Posted in: Faith, Schmidt, Lisa Tagged: Peoria, saints, Servant of God

The Drumbeat for Beatification Builds

April 24, 2012 by Lisa Schmidt 2 Comments

Since becoming involved in Catholic new media, I have become acquainted with a good number of inspiring Catholics who have captivating faith stories. One such person is Bonnie Engstrom — she and I met at the Behold Conference in Peoria, Illinois a handful of weeks ago. Bonnie and her husband Travis are intimately involved in the … [Read more…]

Posted in: Schmidt, Lisa Tagged: Behold Conference, Fulton Sheen Cause, Karen & Tom Quiner, Peoria, Sheen Foundation
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