Greetings from Elizabeth!
Welcome to the MCCW-Worldwide, Inc. Fiat page. Fiat is MCCW’s leadership training and spiritual development program. This ministry is comprised of our online resources including the Book Club, Fiat Blog, and on-line Journey of Faith training. In-person, our ministry consists of Journey of Faith Training, Engage Your Strengths Training, and many other speaking engagements. For those I have not met, I am Elizabeth. I am an Army wife and have three children. In addition to being the Vice President for MCCW-Worldwide, Inc., I am the vice president for programs at my local MCCW chapel, and by profession I am an attorney. I have a passion for teaching, and writing. It is humbling and a great adventure for me to lead so many talented Journey of Faith team members, and I am pleased to introduce you to all of them!
We have nineteen ladies on our team who are excited and dedicated to training and equipping women to become better disciples, leaders and more active participants in the ministry of the Church. Much like the membership of any women’s ministry, we are a diverse team with a range of talents. We have professional careers ranging from a teacher, a graphic designer, a lawyer, several soldiers, and lots of mothers and grandmothers. There is a 50 year age difference between the oldest lady on our team and the youngest lady, and we enjoy a range of hobbies, from crafting to reading, working in social justice, blogging, and even surfing! Our diversity is a strength which will help us minister more effectively to every lady at every military chapel.
Susan Boling Susan Boling has been a member of MCCW since 1991, beginning at Hohenfels, Germany. She served as MCCW-USA President from 2004-2005, then as interim President from 2005-06 as MCCW-USA and MCCW-Europe transitioned to become MCCW-Worldwide. She represented MCCW-Worldwide on the National Council of Catholic Women Board of Directors from 2005-2011. She became a Journey of Faith trainer in 2005 and has found the experience of presenting this program to MCCW members around the US and Germany challenging and heart-warming. Susan lives in Carlisle, Pennsylvania and has been married to Jim for 28 years. They have two daughters and two grandchildren. Susan is an RN and Lactation Consultant. She loves her work with first time, low-income moms as a Nurse Home Visitor in rural Pennsylvania. Susan enjoys biking, hiking, canoeing, camping, gardening and reading.
Mary Clark My name is Mary Agnes Clark. I am a cradle catholic who during the first years of coming to America sort of lost my way, until challenged by a friend l found my path again. l am a widow of a retired AF Veteran. l have six children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. l have served on the JOF since it started, traveling with several team members. l have served as President of the Langley chapter, also served as Secretary on the North East area board. l know God has great plans for MCCW and it members and look forward to again serving as a team member. Prayers and Blessings
Mary Fitter Mary Fitter, currently living at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, has been involved with MCCW for over 10 years-all in overseas locations. The journey began in 2002 when stationed in Schweinfurt, Germany when Mary stepped up to start a new MCCW chapel group before there was even a Journey of Faith training. Attending the Hohenfels, Germany chapel group, Mary then served on the European Regional board as Grapevine Editor and Secretary from 2006-2008 and trained to become a Journey of Faith trainer in 2007. From there, the Fitters moved to Schofield Barracks where Mary attended the AMR (Aliamanu Military Reservation) before starting another group at Schofield Barracks in 2010 and serving as the Pacific Regional Director.
Carol Fountain Carol Fountain, a past president of MCCW (USA) and has been involved with Journey of Faith since its inception. Carol made many of the early trips introducing Journey of Faith to chapel groups around the US and Europe. She is now happily employed by the Diocese of Green Bay (Wisconsin) and lives with her husband Walter in Green Bay (also happily).
Eleanor Gentilini Eleanor has been with MCCW for many years. She served two terms as Stuttgart Area President and three times as Western Area Coordinator /Regional Director. Eleanor has held various chapel level positions as well a term on the European Board when it was a separate organization and more recently 2 terms on the European Regional Board while living in Qatar. Eleanor was one of the original team of MCCW: Journey of Faith Trainers when the program was initiated in 2002. She has presented at chapels from coast to coast including Alaska, as well as in Europe. She also has an amazing wealth of historical knowledge of MCCW!
April Golden April is the 13-year spouse of an Air Force Officer. She is the mother of 2 girls and active in the church and base community. She has been involved in MCCW for 7 years, and has served at the chapel, regional and worldwide level. She is currently serving in an elected board position as the First Vice-President for the 2012-2014 term.
Rachel Granger Rachel Granger has been involved with MCCW for 15 years is various servant leadership capacities. Recently, she has started Fishers of Men at her local chapter and leads breakout sessions for conferences and retreats. She and Dewey Granger have been married for 23 years. They have two children ages 20 and 17.
Michelle Hokenson Michelle has a wealth of experience serving MCCW. She is a JOF trainer and presenter and served as the Financial Manager for MCCW-Worldwide. Michelle has also served as a parish coordinator, MCCW chapel group treasurer, faith study coordinator, and as a catechist. She is married to Michael who is retired Army, and they live in Fairfax Station, Virginia. Michelle has 4 adult children and a daughter in-law and is a member of the Ft. Belvoir chapel group. Michelle was the recipient of the 2011 Sheila Baker award in recognition of her dedicated service to MCCW.
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hristy Kilburn My name is Christy Kilburn and I live in Germany, but I am moving soon to England. I have 5 kids, ages 16, 14, 11, 9 and 1. I have been involved with MCCW for the past 12 years; it is the first thing I seek out when I get to a new post. I also serve on the European Regional board and I am excited to be part of the Journey of Faith team.
Danielle L’Heureux My Name is Danielle and I’m an Army wife of nearly 14 years and a mom of 2. I’m originally from the North East and we are currently stationed in the North West. I was introduced to MCCW during my time at Fort Leavenworth and have been an active participant at the chapel level ever since. I have grown to love the fellowship and networking that MCCW allows and I’m excited to be able to help this wonderful group grow and strengthen in membership!
Erin L. Erin has been a facilitator, trainer, instructor, briefer and curriculum developer for over twenty years. She has spent her life in service to the Army and military families. Erin was raised in a military family, commissioned in the Military Intelligence Corps, and served in the military for six years. She has been active in MCCW since 2001 and has loved the community, love and warmth that she feels whenever she enters a new duty station and experiences a great MCCW program. As an Army Spouse, Erin began volunteering with Army Community Services and the Army Family Team Building Program. While in this program, she continued to hone her facilitation, briefing, and instructor skills and was selected to become a Core Trainer in 2008. Her talents and enthusiasm as well as her drive to always learn more about her faith has encouraged her to combine her love of teaching, team-building, and curriculum enhancements with her love of MCCW to assist in making our community even better.
Beth Manning Beth first actively participated in MCCW in Schweinfurt, Germany back in the summer of 2002. Since then, she has served in a variety of MCCW positions at the local, regional, and worldwide level. She currently serves as the Central Regional Director and previously served two terms as the Vice President for Journey of Faith. Her articles of reflection for the Grapevine started back in October 2003 while serving as the Family Life Chairperson for MCCW-Europe. Based on her involvement in the local MCCW, regional MCCW and other organizations around post, she was recognized as the Catholic Community Chapel Outstanding Community Volunteer in 2006 in Vicenza, Italy . She is a West Point Graduate, an Army Community Master Trainer, Army Family Team Building Master Trainer, and Cooper Institute Certified Personal Trainer. She has been married to Ed for over 18 years and has 2 children.
Lisa Miklos My first calling is to my family. My husband Michael and I have been married for 28 years and we have been blessed with two children. Angela is 22 and a recent College graduate. Mikey is 17 and soon to be a High School graduate. The Army has moved us 14 times and now has us living in Brooklyn, NY at Fort Hamilton. I have been active in MCCW for 18 years and have been a Journey of Faith trainer for 8 of those years. Bringing the mission, joy, and promise of MCCW to Chapel groups is a highlight within my service to you, my sisters in Christ. “First do what is necessary. Then do what is possible. Before you know it, you will be doing the impossible” – Saint Francis of Assisi
Heather Nava Blessings to All! I was born and raised in Texas before marrying my wonderful husband of 16 years. I was warmly welcomed into the Church at Fort Leavenworth in April 2009 and have been a supporter of and volunteer in MCCW since that time. I am the mother of three handsome boys and I look forward to working as a servant for the Lord through this great organization.
Jane Stedman Jane is an Army wife to Micah and a mother to three young children. She is a humble servant of Our Lord, and is an enthusiastic student of the Catholic faith. Jane first became involved in MCCW two years ago, at Fort Bliss, Texas. Quickly finding her niche within this diverse and dynamic group of women, she has served as our Grapevine Editor since November 2011. Professionally, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Non-Profit Administration, with an emphasis in City Management. Jane enjoys using her gifts and experience to bring women together, and collectively, give all glory to God. Jane maintains a blog at ourcontentnest.wordpress.com
Marcia Stokes Marcia is the Immediate Past President of MCCW-Worldwide and has been involved with MCCW for nearly 14 years. She has been married to Jeffrey Stokes for 14 years and is the mother of four boys: Simon 8, Shane 6, Sebastian 2.5, and Shannan 1 month old. A former MCCW-Worldwide board actually named Marcia’s third child! Marcia has served MCCW as a chapel President and even started a chapel group at Fr. Rucker. Marcia also has a passion for parish ministry and has served as a religious education coordinator, assistant parish coordinator, and is a lector and EMHC. She brings a wealth of energy and creativity to the team.
Alba Thompson I am a long time member of MCCW and have served at various levels of the organization to include Europe and at the Regional (NE) and Worldwide levels. As one of the “original” trainers, it has been a joy and a gift to bring Journey of Faith to our members. I use the words “Joy” and “Gift” knowing that while I travel to bring Journey of Faith to others, I leave with so much more. Alba was one of the first recipients of the Sheila Baker Award – an award honoring service to MCCW.
Aly Tugaoen Aly currently serves as the Pacific Regional director and is stationed in Hawaii. She is also serving on active duty in the Army and married to her husband who recently retired from the Army.
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