Originally from New Hampshire, Kate studied Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and has over ten years experience working in parish ministries as well as teaching theology to high school students. She has been on the Joan of Arc Ministries team since it started and has emceed four of the conferences. She now lives in Grove City, PA with her husband and stays home with their three girls. 

Katerina is the founder of Little Way Design Co., a Catholic design studio she runs with her husband and five children in Cranberry Township, PA. She worked in the oil industry as an engineer for 10 years and also holds a MA in Pastoral Studies from the University of St. Thomas, Houston. With over 20 years of experience in parish ministry, her various roles have focused in Faith Formation and outreach ministries. She is currently a Benedictine Novice Oblate affiliated with the monks of St. Vincent Archabbey in Latrobe, PA.

Married 38 years, Tracy Riffon  is a wife and mother of 2 daughters, 2 sons and a bonus daughter. She loves spending time with her family, in particular her 9 grandchildren. She currently resides in Morgantown, WV where she works at a public high school

Michelle has dedicated over two decades to Catholic education. She is an Adjunct Professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville, Ohio. As an advocate for inclusive catechesis, she frequently speaks on the importance of proclaiming the Gospel message in a way that is both welcoming and accessible. Michelle is a member of the Special Needs Awareness Ministry at St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, where she helped launch a monthly "Sensory Friendly" Mass. She resides in Cranberry Township with her husband, Dr. Bill Wright of Duquesne University, and their 13-year-old son, William.

Joni Pepmeyer has spent the last 8 years as a youth minister in the Pittsburgh diocese, currently at Saint Michael the Archangel Parish in Mt. Lebanon and Scott Township. Just earlier this year she married her husband, Noah Pepmeyer, and now spends her free time working on their Bellevue house.

Jillian Kaufman is a homeschooling mom of 6. She and her husband Matt raise their children and flock of ducks in the Pittsburgh neighborhood of Brookline where they are blessed with a strong Catholic community. They are parishioners of Most Precious Blood of Jesus Parish where Jill has served as an officer of the Confraternity of Christian Mothers since its founding five years ago.

Valerie is a licensed professional counselor and certified intuitive eating counselor.  She is passionate about mental health and body positivity.  She lives in Etna with her husband and 3 fantastic kiddos.

Valerie is currently accepting new patients— she specializes in adults with OCD and anxiety.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/valerie-bojarski-pittsburgh-pa/704161

Colleen Criste is a wife and mother of eight children. Her roles have included: Director of Programs and Development for Campus Ministry at West Virginia University, Pentecost Today USA board member, Spiritual Director, Prayer Ministry Leader, Conference Speaker, Retreat Leader, and podcast host. Her witness talks have been featured on various media platforms including: Sewing Hope and Patchwork Heart Ministries Podcasts, Light of Life Radio and the National Catholic Register. For speaking inquiries, email colleenisamotherof8@gmail.com

Eden Watterson is a financial advisor who specializes in helping people of all ages steward their money in accordance with God’s plan for them. Outside of work she is a core team leader for the high school LifeTeen program at St. Luke the Evangelist parish, passionately mentoring young people and guiding them in their spiritual journeys. Driven by her love for Jesus, Eden combines her professional skills with her faith to make a positive impact in her community.

Emily loves being married to Dave and raising their six beautiful children. She’s a retired RN. As a homeschooling mom, she finds great joy in sharing new ideas and old books with her kids and gaining her own education in the process. She loves sharing the outdoors with her husband, soaking in early quiet mornings, and hitting the weights at the gym.

Darcy is the Director of Faith Formation at Saint Aidan Parish in Wexford where she leads children and family formation, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, sacrament preparation, and OCIA. She holds a Master of Divinity from the Catholic Theological Union and is currently pursuing a certification in Spiritual Direction from Loyola University of Chicago. Darcy is an Associate with the Sisters of Mercy and enjoys reading, sewing, and spending time with her husband and daughter at their family's cabin.

A convert to the Catholic Faith, Kayla Faherty lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband and seven children.  She is a former Family and Consumer Sciences teacher and new homeschooling mom.  As a certified professional life coach, she accompanies women wherever they are on their journey as they learn and grow.  She leads her local Rosary Guild and is currently working on several women's ministry projects.  Kayla enjoys writing, reading, baking, and conversations over tea.

Janet Easter was the Co-Founder and Style Editor of Verily Magazine - a positive women’s lifestyle publication, and the founder of Ever Thrift - an online curated vintage clothing shop. Currently, Janet is raising five spirited children while juggling homeschool and restoring a historic home in Sewickley, PA.

Mallory Hurley grew up Catholic in the city of Pittsburgh. She attended Penn State University for Art Education. She taught high school art for 7 years, most of which were spent teaching at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School. There, Mallory had a deeper conversion to her faith through the intercession of the Blessed Mother and the Divine Mercy devotion. Since that time, she has focused her artwork through the lens of her faith while raising her children with her husband, Ed.

Erin Phillips and her family moved to Pittsburgh 5 years ago from Iowa. She is married to Tim and they have 5 children. She works as the Founding Chair of the Occupational Therapy program at Carlow University.