Prayers for Our Country

Deborah Meister holds an M.A. in Theology and an M.A. in Literature, Graduate Certification in Pastoral Care, and certification in Pastoral Ministry from the Archdiocese of St. Louis. As the author of several Liguori titles, Deborah draws for her previous experience as a college educator, hospital chaplain, high school Campus Minister, and various roles in parish ministry in seven dioceses around the country. She is married to Deacon Bill and they have two young adult daughters. Currently, her ministry focuses on the mission of the Redemptorist Fathers as an acquisitions editor for Liguori Publications. Paige Byrne Shortal holds a master’s degree in pastoral studies and has served as a parish director of liturgy and as a pastoral associate.