Deanna Bartalini is the Director of Faith Formation for St. Edward Catholic Church in Palm Beach, FL. She has served in the diocese of Palm Beach since 1985 in both paid and volunteer positions in the areas of religious education, youth ministry and stewardship. Prior to working in full time ministry, Deanna worked in the field of English as a Second Language as a teacher, consultant, teacher trainer, curriculum developer and publishing sales manager. Deanna has been married for over 30 years and has raised two wonderful adults. For most of her life she has been a planner; however, the Holy Spirit usually intervenes, sometimes quite forcefully, and leads her to another path.
Deanna is available to lead retreats and speak at catechist and ministry events. Learn more about her on her website, New Evangelizers, Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, and Pinterest.