The Community of the Mother of Jesus

Ministries: Vestry, licensed lay preacher, licensed lay reader, Eucharistic minister, crucifer, and usher.

Parish: Saint Paul's Episcopal church ,Fremont ,Ohio

 

Because I have long been known in our parish for my devotion to our Most Blessed Mother, my Rector, Spiritual Advisor, and friend, Father Matt Wahlgren suggested I research the Community of the Mother of Jesus. Father Matt has had a spiritual relationship with both Father Brian and Brother Don, and highly recommended both of them to me. He then set up a meeting with Father Brian in his hometown of Fostoria and after our delightful lunch and conversation. I felt that the CMJ would be perfect for my calling to religious life. Having previously served as lay director for Ohio Episcopal Cursillo, I strongly considered going to seminary, but my love for teaching kept me from that hoped for goal of ministry. The CMJ has allowed me to greatly deepen my spiritual life through extensive prayer, study, and fellowship, while continuing in my role as an educator. Having had the desire to serve Our Lord and his Most Blessed Mother, since my early years, and previously passed on opportunities to be part of a vowed community, I felt that the CMJ was literally an answer to my prayers.