Friends in Faith: Christy Belt Grossman

Christy Belt Grossman calls herself an introvert, and says that’s why she works “behind the scenes” as the chief operating officer and social media guru of a family-founded northern Virginia real estate firm, The Belt Team. Consider the firm’s values: “God, Family, Then Business.” Even if I hadn’t already known Christy, the Belt Team would… Continue reading Friends in Faith: Christy Belt Grossman

Being Christ in Our Lives: Patricia Watson

Patricia Watson, a wife, mother of two, and grandmother of two adorable grandchildren, spent most of her working life as a teacher. And she enjoyed it immensely! Then one day, the bulletin for her Washington, DC, church had a notice looking for help with Landings International, a Paulist ministry for those considering a return to the… Continue reading Being Christ in Our Lives: Patricia Watson

Being Christ in Our Lives: Dorothy Smith

Last month I had the joy of spending time with one of my very favorite relatives, my aunt Dorothy Smith. Her wedding to my beloved uncle when I was five was one of the highlights of my childhood: Dorothy was just so beautiful that day, she looked like a princess! As you can see in… Continue reading Being Christ in Our Lives: Dorothy Smith

Being Christ in Our Lives: Nora Lawson

For the past ten years, Nora Lawson has been the go-to person for funerals at a parish near my home. She helped grieving families plan the readings and music and arranged for priests and post-Mass or service gatherings. Nora has a gift for listening to the stories about the loved one, and sharing those stories with… Continue reading Being Christ in Our Lives: Nora Lawson