I had the chance to visit with some old friends as well as to be a part of something exciting. I’ve been invited to be a part of an advisory group that is founding the National Center for Catholic Youth Sports.

This is exciting because this group will help provide training and resources to coaches in Catholic youth leagues across the country. As some of you know, athletics still has an important place in my life, as I volunteer as an assistant with the Loyola University Women’s basketball team.

It was great to be with youth ministry friends Mike M., Shawnee, Len, Sr. Jude, Irene, Sr. Ann and more. The discussions are exciting as a group of volunteers try to create something to serve people across our country.