When the Infant Jesus of Prague Spoke to a Priest: The History & Promises of the Miraculous Devotion
"Have mercy on Me and I will have mercy on you. Give Me hands and I will give you peace. The more you honor Me, the more I will bless you."
Mat Burkepile
Mat Burkepile is the music director and organist for St. Peter's Catholic Church in Lindsay, Texas. He is master violinist, music teacher, and the husband of ChurchPOP's Jacqueline Burkepile.
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"These women don't even see it as sacrifice. They see service. And I see the same footsteps Christ took on the Way of the Cross."
When the Infant Jesus of Prague Spoke to a Priest: The History & Promises Behind the Miraculous Devotion
"Have mercy on Me and I will have mercy on you. Give Me hands and I will give you peace. The more you honor Me, the more I will bless you."
How We Can Change the Bad Reputation of Music in the Catholic Church
"If the King of Heaven and Earth walks into our church with the glory of salvation beaming from His hands, feet, and side, would He be proud to have such noble work proclaiming Him?"