The Apostles and Me!: Twelve, Well Really Fifteen Ordinary Men, And One Extraordinary Lady

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How much do I really know of these men called the Apostles I've heard about them while attending Mass, but do I really know them Are they really that much different than me What issues or weaknesses did they have that I can relate too Did they doubt Did they worry Can I really be like them Should I really be like them How can I relate to these men not of legend of old but as true men whom I should emulate my life after Did they have the same mistakes as me Can I really be extraordinary As we come to know these twelve, well really fifteen men we will understand where they come from and more importantly how they influence our daily life as a Catholic. As a Catholic, we all should rely upon these men that I personally like to relate to as superheros to model my life after. These men, and Mary the Mother of Jesus, are so important to our faith journey and at the same time we come to know them in a very real, personal and extraordinary way. This book uses some of my personal examples which literally allowed that relationship between them and me to become very real, very personal and yes even extraordinary! These men are not only my superheros, they are my family!

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Wally Calabrese is a deacon in the Diocese of Raleigh NC. He married his bride Amy in 1992; they have been blessed with two daughters who are now married and have children themselves. Deacon Wally is also a retired Gunnery Sergeant of the United States Marine Corps. Deacon Wally holds a Masters of Arts in Pastoral Theology degree and enjoys spending time with his family.