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In this interview, conducted in June 2, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois, Emmanuel Adebanjo (18) interviews his father Isaac Adebanjo (59) about his journey and lessons learned from Nigeria to America. My dad shares his stories about his childhood, inspirations and...

Having a discussion with my aunt about her personal walk with God. Interviewer: Jamal Williams Age 39. Person of interest: Joan Mcdonald Age 73

I interviewed Caitlyn, i was surprised to learn so much about my friend. she went into great detail about the part of her life that i haven’t heard before. i learned a lot and i enjoyed the experience, she did...

In my interview my grandpa tells me about what it was like growing up, and tells me some things that have changed from when he was growing up we talk about some of the struggles he went through and he...

I am Maida Liu(interviewer) and am speaking with my mom Zhongmei Li(interviewee). I am 15 years old and my mom is 50. We talked about her childhood, her thoughts on the present, and her beliefs.

Eldon is thankful for his family and parents in life. Even though he wasn’t in war when he went to the army he did sign up.

My dad talked about how he is grateful for the life he has been given. My dad mentions how he doesn’t take the life god gave him for granted.

Brittany's life and how she grew up.

Amidst Thanksgiving preparations of 2019, Linda Pfeffer speaks with her grandson, Nico Joel, while his mother talks about teriyaki chicken in the background. Linda shares about her relationship with God, Catholicism, and spirituality in general that resonates with Nico as...

Different life experiences and lessons

In this conversation with Emanuele Sesta, Paulist Fr. Bernard Campbell discusses his life and ministry as an American priest in Italy. At the time of this interview in 2018, Fr. Bernie was the vice rector of St. Patrick's Catholic American...

My grandmother Bopie telling the story of why we husband became a pastor instead of a neurosurgeon

I interviewed my grandma lol

I felt like he really opened up to me and I think this is a great way for people to communicate. Especially new people or new couples. I would definitely recommend this to anyone.

Brian Schafer: 2020-08-27 16:54:11

We talked about my fathers childhood and life. We also talked about how he sees God and his family.

Janel Bowers discussed how creating new avenues for people to thrive and have dignity has given her a sense of deep joy. Her work through Friends of JCDS gives her the opportunity to match her own gifts and passions with...

I interviewed my dad about his college life and the failures and lessons learned.

My Aunt Cherry is the 12th of my Grandma Classy's children. We talked for a bit about the coronavirus, the ways she is keeping up with there grandchildren and how her church has handled the transition. My favorite part of...

My aunt is catholic and she didn’t necessarily follow all the “rules” of Catholicism but she still believes in God and has formed a relationship with God. She said that she was going through a time when she lost herself...

a man describes he life living with jesus

My Gramee and I talk about her growing up, being a teacher, marrying my Papa, and how God has been present throughout all her years.

Jillian Witbeck (13) talks to her grandmother Marsha Witbeck (70) about her life. Marsha shares how it was different to be a military kid and what her life was like. She discusses meeting the most important person in her life,...

Interviewing my grandparents about their ideas of success and failure, and where these ideas came from.

In this interview with Emanuele Sesta, Paulist Fr. Mark-David Janus discusses his life, vocation story and ministry. With a background in psychology, Fr. Mark-David has served as president and publisher of Paulist Press since 2010. To see a short video...