Maudette Carr, Hospice Caregiver, will share a story of her faith at work, being called to something she feared. Hear how Maudette overcame her fear. See the care and respect given to two lives soon to end as Maudette embraced her calling with open loving arms of Jesus made real.

John Wojciechowski,  a Registered Investment Advisor Representative of Edward Jones, will share a heart to heart story about his purpose of work in helping a couple with financial planning.  Hear John’s approach to the couple with one working a night shift and the other doing physical labor. See the grace John receives by starting each day with the Memorare Prayer.

Hear Rick tell us his conversion experience. As one of our catholic speakers, listen to this real life story of gratitude toward friends who showed Rick the way.  Hear Rick’s own path of  prayer, faith and conversion, thru humility.

ev. John Chrzan, will tell us of his spirituality at work  as a parish priest. Hear how this happy priest relates to celibacy.

Rev. John Chrzan, newly appointed Pastor of St. Gilbert parish in Grayslake, Il., will tell us of his spirituality at work  as Associate Pastor at St. Paul of the Cross. In our high volume, vibrant, energetic parish, he had to let some things go while remaining welcoming, gracious, and inviting. Hear what this happy priest says about Our Lady, Mary, Untying knots. Hear this tip we all can use turning our knots over to God thru the intercession of Mary.

Rev. John Chrzan, newly appointed Pastor of St. Gilbert parish in Grayslake, Il., will tell us of his spirituality at work as Associate Pastor at St. Paul of the Cross. In our high volume, vibrant, energetic parish, he had to let some things go while remaining welcoming, gracious, and inviting. Hear how this happy priest learned to be more expeditious, attentive to personal details, ever more looking into souls, like Christ did, and being shaped for his new assignment not yet known. Hear tips we all can use about taking better care of ourselves.

John Nicolau, IT Consultant and VP of Business Development for ZLan Partners, will share a work faith connection story. Hear his George Bailey-esque experience of how one person can impact another’s life, helping foster years of “paying-it-forward”.  Hear what John’s mentor said that makes him so dedicated to both his clients and those he comes in contact with that may need a helping hand.  See God’s presence at the heart of real connections.  Hear tips that take being a man for others to a whole new level.

Greg K. Kirschner, M.D., a family practice doctor and medical teacher, will share a story of being called to serve all people. Hear this inspirational speaker tell us how God worked within him and his wife, Carolyn Kirschner M.D., a gynecologic oncology surgeon.  Hear their life’s work, helping to bring physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. Hear their amazing journey, back and forth, from Lutheran General Hospital, Park Ridge, Illinois, America, for years at a time in medical missions including in the Federal Republic of Nigeria in West Africa. Hear full circle of God’s mysterious plan for them and their 4 children.

Greg K. Kirschner, M.D., a family practice doctor and medical teacher, will tell us how to discover your purpose. He will share a story of being called to serve all people. Hear how God worked within him and his wife, Carolyn Kirschner M.D., a gynecologic oncology surgeon.  Hear their life’s work, helping to bring physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. Hear their amazing journey, back and forth, from Lutheran General Hospital, Park Ridge, Illinois, America, for years at a time in medical missions including in the Federal Republic of Nigeria in West Africa. Hear full circle of God’s mysterious plan for them and their 4 children.

Greg K. Kirschner, M.D., a family practice doctor and medical teacher, will share a story of being called as a Christian speaker to serve all people. Hear how God worked within him and his wife, Carolyn Kirschner M.D., a gynecologic oncology surgeon.  Hear their life’s work, helping to bring physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. Hear their amazing journey, back and forth, from Lutheran General Hospital, Park Ridge, Illinois, America, for years at a time in medical missions including in the Federal Republic of Nigeria in West Africa. Hear full circle of God’s mysterious plan for them and their 4 children.

Susan Davis, a Commercial Loan Officer, will share her faith story of how she chose God at an early age.  Hear the kind of work that God brought to her in her mysterious journey. Hear a real life story of this banker who helped a company during the 2008 financial crisis aftermath.  Learn tips on seeking asset based corporate loans.

David Kuhlman, Architect, will share his “how to discover your purpose”  story. Dave is President of Jaeger Nickola Kuhlman & Associates (JNKA), an architecture firm that specializes in serving churches and faith-based clients. Hear his  inspiration and reflection on the design of beautiful new chapel space.  Hear how Dave worked with this client to achieve a design that reflected their desire to emphasize the Eucharist as the source and summit of the Catholic faith.  Observe how Dave balances his faith while serving his clients. Understand the role his wife, Kimberly, played in getting a business close to home, and understand Dave’s fervent desire to always hear God’s call within.

Sharon Lynch, Real Estate Broker, will tell a story of spirituality in the workplace making a creative connection.  Her client was facing escalating rents.  Sharon prays while driving in her car without any “noise.” Hear Sharon’s conviction felt deep in her heart for her client.  Hear how Sharon knew this solution would work for her client. Hear real estate tips we all can use.  Called to serve, hear how Sharon’s faith affects her work.

Dave Bungum, Sales Professional, will share a story of serving a client in Texas with a fleet of over 1000 trucks.  Hear how a giant truck tire gauge led to thousands of dollars in annual savings. First came listening to understand and solve a problem, then came tire sales.  Hear Dave’s humility learning from an old pro.  Hear Dave’s prayerful tips on successful sales calls that he uses today.

Nancy Swanson, a board-certified music therapist, will share an inspirational story of how a terminally ill woman was surrounded by the strength of God, her family, and the power of music.  Hear Nancy discuss how she used live music in the moment to create an atmosphere of worship, connection, support, and joy.  Hear how Nancy adapts her plans for her life, to be more open to hear God’s plan for herself. Hear her tips on how we can all use music to strengthen our connection with God and others, to increase our relaxation, and to focus on the positive.