Mike and Alicia HernonWe are thrilled to welcome Mike and Alicia Hernon back to our parish to lead this morning of reflection. Mike and Alicia spoke at our couples dinner for World Marriage Day in February and presented one night of our parish mission in 2022.

Mike and Alicia are co-founders of the Messy Family Project, a ministry dedicated to empowering moms and dads to embrace their sacred calling. Before launching the ministry, Mike was Vice President of Advancement at Franciscan University and host of Franciscan University Presents on EWTN. He holds both a Bachelor's degree in Theology and a Master's in Business Administration. Alicia has a degree in Education and is the founder of Mary Seat of Wisdom Classical Community.

Their Messy Family podcast has over 2 million downloads from all over the world and they regularly speak to dioceses and parishes around the country. The Hernons are the hosts of Family: Guide to Parenthood on Shalom World, they have been featured on The Choices We Face with Ralph Martin, Ave Maria Radio, several shows on EWTN and Catholic radio.  

Parents of ten children and grandparents to eight, the Hernons have made their home in Steubenville, OH for the past 30 years. Their children have been their greatest joy and challenge in this life, as well as their path to heaven. Without their children, there would be no podcast, since 10 kids certainly does make for a very messy family!