Held in celebration of the Jubilee Year of Hope, this year’s theme, “Hope Does Not Disappoint” (Romans 5:5), reminds us that even in challenging times, our hope in Christ is unfailing.
“And hope does not disappoint us, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.”
Jackie Francois Angel – Speaker
Jackie Francois Angel is a full-time worship leader, vlogger, author, singer-songwriter, and homeschooling mom of four. Together with her husband, Bobby Angel, she has written Pray, Decide, And Don’t Worry: 5 Steps to Discerning God’s Will and Forever: A Catholic Devotional For Your Marriage. Jackie is also a regular presenter on the Ascension Presents channel on YouTube. Jackie and Bobby have a podcast “Conversations with Jackie and Bobby” and Jackie recently launched the “Memorize Scripture” podcast. Originally from Orange County, CA, Jackie, Bobby and their five children currently reside in North Texas.
Fr. Ryan Mann – Speaker
Fr. Ryan J. Mann is a priest in the Diocese of Cleveland and Pastor of St. Basil the Great in Brecksville. His homilies and talks are on the podcast Slaking Thirsts and he has been on Pints with Aquinas, Metanoia Catholic and other Catholic media. Fr. Ryan has spoken to various audiences inside and outside the Church and has worked with Theology of the Body Institute, JPII Healing Center, Culture Project, Human Formation Coalition, and numerous Dioceses, parishes and other organizations. He also participates in and supports the Albacete Forum.
Most Reverend Michael G. Woost – Presider
Bishop Michael G. Woost was ordained as a priest for the Diocese of Cleveland in 1984. He has served as the Associate Pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish, Madison, and as the Co-Director of the Diocesan Vocation Office. Fr. Mike returned in December of 1999 from graduate studies at the Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C. He
began teaching at Saint Mary Seminary in January of 2000. For twenty-three years, he taught sacramental and liturgical theology at the seminary. On May 9, 2022, he was called by Pope Francis to become the Auxiliary Bishop of the Diocese of Cleveland. He was ordained as a Bishop on August 4, 2022, in the Cathedral of Saint John the
Evangelist by Bishop Edward C. Malesic. Bishop Michael was named a member of the USCCB’s Committee on Divine Worship in 2022 and Chairman-Elect of that Committee in November 2024. Bishop Michael has directed retreats and workshops on contemplative prayer and the Church’s mystical tradition, as well as on the Church’s liturgy and sacramental life.
Mercy Divine – Music
Husband and wife Kira and Jeff Andrea spent years performing in secular bands but always felt uncomfortable sharing their faith. After feeling called to start a new chapter, the Catholic couple began Mercy Divine — Catholic music with the aim of drawing listeners closer to Jesus, his divine mercy, and the beauty of the Catholic faith. With more than 350,000 followers on Instagram and over 178,000 followers on YouTube, the duo now share a variety of social media content including the singing of Latin hymns, praying novenas, and videos discussing different aspects of the Catholic faith. As a content creator, Kira said she tries “not to put the focus on myself too much. I want the focus on God, the richness of our faith — the miracles, wonders, devotions, prayers, and the love of Christ and Our Blessed Mother.
“Our goal is to do the same with our music. We love the beauty of tradition and reverence for Jesus in the Eucharist and want to bring that into everything we create,” she added. “Our goal is to move hearts and souls to love God, embrace their faith, and live it boldly.”
Mercy Divine’s debut, EP, “The Queen Stands”, was released on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. The Blessed Virgin Mary is at the heart of Mercy Divine’s music ministry and their first official release is consecrated to Our Lady.
Mercy Divine’s music is available to stream on Spotify and all digital outlets.
8:30 AM Doors Open
9:00 AM Welcome/Jackie Angel Talk #1
10:15 AM Fr. Ryan Mann
11:00 AM Mass with Bishop Woost
12:00 PM Lunch and Confession
1:00 PM Music and Adoration with Kira Andrea and Fr. Ryan Mann
1:45 PM Jackie Angel Talk #2
2:30 PM Q&A with Jackie, Fr. Ryan, and Andrea
3:00 PM Closing Prayer
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