A LETTER OF THANKS TO THE DIRECTOR
Letter from the Director
Dear Friend,
Whether it is witnessing to the real presence of Our Lord
during a Eucharistic procession in the streets of Memphis
or standing up for the unborn during the March for Life
in DC, the friars are joyfully carrying out their mission of
seeking the salvation of souls.
In this issue, you will read about Brother Irenaeus, who is
laying down his life to fulfill this same mission. It is because
of your generosity that we can educate Brother Irenaeus
[see pg. 9] and Brother Albert. You will also learn about
how your support made all the difference in the world for
Tammy and Zachary.
Read about how your support allowed Father Nicanor to
preach to thousands of souls struggling with end of life
issues. There are also names, too numerous to mention,
hidden heroes like the friars who hear countless confessions
and courageously preach homilies at daily Mass that inspire
others like Nicole to share her own heart-warming story in
what seemed like a cold, hopeless situation.
Hi Father Gabriel,
Thank you for producing NaPro: A Quiet Revolution! I
couldn’t help but tear up as I watched the film and heard
the doctors tell–in many ways–my story. Words that come
to mind: powerful, hopeful, and insightful. As
the ending credits rolled, another unexpected
emotion welled up inside of me.
Let me explain. In February 2011, we conceived
our first child. Shortly after, we miscarried him.
In November 2011, we conceived again and lost
that baby too. We were told both times that
it was bad luck and that no tests could be run
until we miscarried three times in a row. Then we
stumbled on Creighton and NaPro. It took two years and two
surgeries before they found and corrected eight things that
were wrong with me. Only since our son Zachary was born
have I been able to be okay with this journey. The entire
pregnancy, I was worried about losing him too. Most of the
last four years I have been very angry with God. But watching
your film today I was overcome with a feeling of gratefulness
for this journey.
Thank you and God bless,
– Tammy
Only in heaven will we realize the full extent of all the souls
that were reached because of your generosity. Until then,
be assured of our daily prayers!
NaPro: A Quiet Revolution
Father Gabriel Gillen, O.P.
Executive Director
Dominican Foundation
Millions of households reached via EWTN!
Available now at:
www.blackfriars.vhx.tv
Photo Credit: George Goss
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