Invited Speakers

Vickie Smith

Vickie Smith is prominent figure in the Catholic Community.  She is a Third Order Benedictine of the Divine Will and holds a master’s in educational psychology.  She is recognized as an inspirational Catholic Speaker and teacher, having been featured on ETWN and co-hosting the Queen of Peace Media Healing Hour.  Vickie’s journey to healing began with her own struggles, leading her to the Catholic Church and eventually to Medjugorje and Saint Padre Pio’s visitation.  Today, through the gifts of the Holy Spirit, Vickie prays over souls to be healed, and testimonies of healing can be found at her website.

Pete Burak

Pete Burak is the vice president of Renewal Ministries, a ministry dedicated to Catholic renewal and evangelization around the world.  He is a graduate of Franciscan University of Steubenville and has a master’s degree in theology from Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, Michigan.  Pete is a frequent speaker on discipleship and evangelization and the co-director of Pine Hills Boys’s Camp.  He is a monthly columnist for Faith Magazine and the host of two podcasts: Spirit-filled Leadership and The Hour.  Pete and his wife, Cait, have five children.