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The Speakers Bureau
Be sure to check out their mini biographies and call 1-800-704-8220 for scheduling information for Dr. D’Ambrosio, Naomi LaRue and Jeremy Youngers.
 Dr. D’Ambrosio – The Director of The Crossroads Initiative
Marcellino D’Ambrosio initially set his sights on stardom, playing bass guitar in several popular rock bands by the time he was 16. But a deeper encounter with Christ cause a change of course resulting in a Ph.D. in theology from the Catholic University of America under the guidance the renowned Jesuit theologian, Avery Cardinal Dulles.
Dr. D’Ambrosio, the father of five and a business owner, brings to his teaching a practical, down-to-earth perspective that makes his words easy to understand. For the past four years, his TV series on the Early Church Fathers has been broadcast internationally on the Eternal Word Television Network and he is currently one of the sought after guests on a variety of syndicated Catholic radio networks such as EWTN and Relevant Radio.
Dr. D’Ambrosio is a NY Times best-selling author, with his book on Mel Gibson’s film, The Guide to the Passion, selling over a million copies in its first three months. He is also a world renowned commentator on Catholic issues, recently defending the legacy of Pope John Paul II on Fox News’ “Geraldo Rivera At Large” and Bill O’Reilly’s radio show.
In 2001 Dr. D’Ambrosio left his position at the University of Dallas to direct www.CrossroadsInitiative.com, an apostolate of Catholic Renewal and evangelization, and to oversee the growth of Wellness Opportunities Group, an international company dedicated to helping people attain physical, mental, and financial freedom. He, his wife Susan, and their five children, reside just outside San Antonio, Texas.
 Naomi LaRue –
Naomi was raised practicing the Catholic faith but not really understanding what it meant to be Catholic. In college her eyes were opened to the beautiful riches of Catholicism and she began to fall more deeply in love with Christ and His Church. Since then she has devoted her life to setting others ablaze with love for Christ.
Since 2001 Naomi has worked full time in high school youth ministry at St. Ann Catholic Church in Coppell, TX with one of the largest Life Teen programs in the country. In addition to planning youth nights and leading Bible studies, Naomi continues to serve as the Confirmation Program Coordinator for the parish. In 2006 and she received her Masters of Theological Studies from the University of Dallas.
Naomi is a passionate and dynamic speaker, able to speak on a variety of catechetical and inspirational subjects. She is comfortable with large group settings, as she regularly speaks in front of 300+ teens, but is also effective with smaller groups. Most often Naomi can be found speaking at local church retreats, particularly Confirmation retreats, but her experience extends as far as Life Teen Camp Tepeyac in Arizona. Teen, young adult and adult audiences alike have been touched by her message to live the Catholic faith courageously in a world that is in need of radical witnesses for Jesus Christ.
Samples: (click to listen or right click, download save target as to save to your computer)
"Life's a Trip" -
A dynamic talk about the importance and fundamentals of the sacraments.
"Dirty Jobs" -
Naomi LaRueNaomi talks about the dirtiest job of all time - The Incarnation! This talk will break open this section of the Creed - “for us men and our salvation He came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit, He was born of the Virgin Mary, and became man.” Those words will mean more than ever after this great talk by Naomi!
Anthony D’Ambrosio: Anthony D’Ambrosio, a recent graduate from the University of St. Thomas, is a young man with wisdom and maturity beyond his years. Older adults are inspired and challenged by his words. Teens and middle schoolers are riveted by his presentations. Currently serving as assistant youth ministers in one of the fastest-growing parishes in Texas, Anthony specializes in men’s conferences, confirmation retreats, and other youth events from middle school to college age.
To book today - call 1-800-704-8220 or click here to fill out our booking form!
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