Ed DeSimone
My wife, Sandy, and I were married in 1971. We are parents of a son, Ed, and 2 daughters, Lauren and Michelle, and grandparents to 2 boys, Aaron and Jacob, and 3 girls, London, Maura, and Aubrielle. We have been a members of St. Wenceslaus parish in Omaha since 1990.
Sandy and I hold certificates in Leadership in Family Ministry from Creighton University and the Archdiocese of Omaha Family Life Office. I have served in many parish activities over the years. Sandy and I served on the Family Life Committee at St. Wenceslaus for many years. I have been actively involved in pro-life activities for more than 40 years. I belong to Pharmacists for Life, Nebraskans Embracing Life, Business and Professional People for Life (Board of Directors), and we support many pro-life organizations. I am also the faculty advisor for the Creighton Students for Life (30 years).
I have attended Cursillo, Christ Renews His Parish, That Many is You (TMIY), and attend a weekly men's bible study at St. Wenceslaus. I am also a member of the Knights of Columbus (4th degree).
I was born in NYC and attended St. Francis Xavier High School in Manhattan. I have a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Pharmacy from Temple University. I taught at Butler University for 12 years and have been teaching at Creighton University in the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions since 1989. I do a lot of traveling and speaking specializing in addiction and substance use disorders, the causes and prevention of medication errors, contraceptive and abortifacient drugs, and conscience and conscientious refusal in healthcare. I am also a member of the Catholic Medical Association.
For fun (I call it my sanity maintenance program), I referee soccer (since 1984), play basketball multiple days a week, and, in the summers, I garden as well.
Sandy and I hold certificates in Leadership in Family Ministry from Creighton University and the Archdiocese of Omaha Family Life Office. I have served in many parish activities over the years. Sandy and I served on the Family Life Committee at St. Wenceslaus for many years. I have been actively involved in pro-life activities for more than 40 years. I belong to Pharmacists for Life, Nebraskans Embracing Life, Business and Professional People for Life (Board of Directors), and we support many pro-life organizations. I am also the faculty advisor for the Creighton Students for Life (30 years).
I have attended Cursillo, Christ Renews His Parish, That Many is You (TMIY), and attend a weekly men's bible study at St. Wenceslaus. I am also a member of the Knights of Columbus (4th degree).
I was born in NYC and attended St. Francis Xavier High School in Manhattan. I have a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Pharmacy from Temple University. I taught at Butler University for 12 years and have been teaching at Creighton University in the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions since 1989. I do a lot of traveling and speaking specializing in addiction and substance use disorders, the causes and prevention of medication errors, contraceptive and abortifacient drugs, and conscience and conscientious refusal in healthcare. I am also a member of the Catholic Medical Association.
For fun (I call it my sanity maintenance program), I referee soccer (since 1984), play basketball multiple days a week, and, in the summers, I garden as well.
Deacon Dave Krueger
I went to High School in Blair, Nebraska, then to Concordia College in Moorhead, MN. There I met VanNessa and we were married after college. We have three children. Our daughter Xandy went to Midland University and is working with property management and real estate. Abi is studying Social Work at UNO and learning it hands on as a teaching assistant in a house at Boystown. It seems Trey will be allowed back at Doane this fall.
I was ordained a deacon in 2004 and have been assigned to St Columbkille since 2010. St Joseph's in Springfield is my hobby parish.
When the apostles went fishing, they didn’t use poles, but nets. In that vein, I look for ways to “fish with a net.” Doing things with our kids takes up most of our time, but VanNessa and I get in a bit of wine drinking and traveling as well.
Trey Krueger is spending his summer working at the Country Club in Friend, Nebraska and cooking once a week at the Pour House. He's an alum of Gross Catholic High School and this fall will be back at Doane University where he plays soccer, enjoys his teammates, has learned a lot and the classes are good too. He was a bit intimidated in 2013 when he was the youngest kid at our weekend. This will be his 13th year on the team.
I was ordained a deacon in 2004 and have been assigned to St Columbkille since 2010. St Joseph's in Springfield is my hobby parish.
When the apostles went fishing, they didn’t use poles, but nets. In that vein, I look for ways to “fish with a net.” Doing things with our kids takes up most of our time, but VanNessa and I get in a bit of wine drinking and traveling as well.
Trey Krueger is spending his summer working at the Country Club in Friend, Nebraska and cooking once a week at the Pour House. He's an alum of Gross Catholic High School and this fall will be back at Doane University where he plays soccer, enjoys his teammates, has learned a lot and the classes are good too. He was a bit intimidated in 2013 when he was the youngest kid at our weekend. This will be his 13th year on the team.
Stan Lierz
I was born and raised on a farm west of Holton in Northeast Kansas and received my B.S. in Agriculture Economics from Kansas State University in 1985. My entire career has been dedicated to agriculture and I currently work for Hertz Farm Management where I am a Professional Farm Manager and Real Estate Agent. I love working with the land.
Deb and I were married in 1997 and we have three fantastic children; Samantha born in 1999 and our twins, Adam and Allie, born in 2002. All three went to elementary school at St. Wenceslaus in Omaha and then Skutt Catholic High School. Adam and I have attended and served on the Father/Son retreat team for the past ten years.
Our family has been members of St. Charles Borromeo near Gretna, having served as lectors, ushers, greeters, EMHC and Altar Servers. Along with being a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus since 2003, I have also held the position of Chief Counselor for the Columbian Squires, a boys youth service group. I have also been involved with the Cub Scouts, the Great Adventure Bible Study, That Man Is You (TMIY), youth soccer and football coach, and miscellaneous other Catholic study groups. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and attending a variety of activities from sports to concerts to hunting to yard work.
Deb and I were married in 1997 and we have three fantastic children; Samantha born in 1999 and our twins, Adam and Allie, born in 2002. All three went to elementary school at St. Wenceslaus in Omaha and then Skutt Catholic High School. Adam and I have attended and served on the Father/Son retreat team for the past ten years.
Our family has been members of St. Charles Borromeo near Gretna, having served as lectors, ushers, greeters, EMHC and Altar Servers. Along with being a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus since 2003, I have also held the position of Chief Counselor for the Columbian Squires, a boys youth service group. I have also been involved with the Cub Scouts, the Great Adventure Bible Study, That Man Is You (TMIY), youth soccer and football coach, and miscellaneous other Catholic study groups. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and attending a variety of activities from sports to concerts to hunting to yard work.
Adam Lierz
I will be a senior this fall at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) majoring in Food Science and Technology. I am a member of the Phi Kappa Theta Catholic Fraternity at UNL and am heavily involved at the Newman Center on Campus. I am also involved with the Food Science club. I attended St. Wenceslaus Elementary School in Omaha. I am a graduate of Skutt Catholic High School and was involved in football, speech, show choir, and a plethora of other activities. My activities include numerous state titles. I have also been involved in the Fathers and Sons retreat since 2013.
Fr. Anastasius Reiser
I grew up in Zeutern in the region of Baden in Germany. In my hometown, I was very active and integrated into the social life of the town such as the music club, parish, and neighborhood. I also wanted to experience this in my spiritual life. That's why I decided to join the Benedictine order, where I could contribute socially, culturally and musically.
My family ran a farm on which I learned how to work in vineyards, fields, orchards, garden, and how to raise cattle and other animals. This has kept me connected to agriculture and nature to this day, which I love very much. I have worked in various pastoral fields: in the youth ministry of the Abbey, a member of the Gregorian chant schola, Headmaster of the vocational training center, supervising workshops, and more. I was sent for missionary work in Tanzania, East Africa in 2002. After leaving Tanzania, I used my international experience in our motherhouse in St. Ottilien Archabbey in Germany. My duties were spread all over the world. I was supervising our mission work in Africa: Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Zambia, Mozambique, Togo, South Africa, and Egypt; in Asia: India, Philippines, China, South Korea, and in South America: Venezuela, Colombia, and Cuba. During this time, I was traveling and visiting our communities around the world. In doing this, I gained insights into the various cultures of our Congregation.
I am looking forward to serving again as a priest for this year's retreat. I will be assisting with Reconciliation, will be available for spiritual direction, and will be speaking on the "Life of a Monk".
I grew up in Zeutern in the region of Baden in Germany. In my hometown, I was very active and integrated into the social life of the town such as the music club, parish, and neighborhood. I also wanted to experience this in my spiritual life. That's why I decided to join the Benedictine order, where I could contribute socially, culturally and musically.
My family ran a farm on which I learned how to work in vineyards, fields, orchards, garden, and how to raise cattle and other animals. This has kept me connected to agriculture and nature to this day, which I love very much. I have worked in various pastoral fields: in the youth ministry of the Abbey, a member of the Gregorian chant schola, Headmaster of the vocational training center, supervising workshops, and more. I was sent for missionary work in Tanzania, East Africa in 2002. After leaving Tanzania, I used my international experience in our motherhouse in St. Ottilien Archabbey in Germany. My duties were spread all over the world. I was supervising our mission work in Africa: Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Zambia, Mozambique, Togo, South Africa, and Egypt; in Asia: India, Philippines, China, South Korea, and in South America: Venezuela, Colombia, and Cuba. During this time, I was traveling and visiting our communities around the world. In doing this, I gained insights into the various cultures of our Congregation.
I am looking forward to serving again as a priest for this year's retreat. I will be assisting with Reconciliation, will be available for spiritual direction, and will be speaking on the "Life of a Monk".
Gregg Barrios
I married my beautiful bride, Shari, in 1989 and we have been blessed with 8 surviving children, Russell, Sierra, Joseph, Elizabeth, Clare, Grace, Mary, and Teresa. My son, Russell, and I were at the very first retreat together in 2004 and had a great experience. My other son, Joseph, began attending when he was old enough and we all feel that this retreat is so special that the three of us have re-joined the team.
Our family belongs to Church of the Holy Spirit in Plattsmouth where I am involved with the Knights of Columbus, music ministry, and serve as an Acolyte.
I attended Creighton Prep (class of 1986), received a B.S. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and am currently employed with the City of Omaha.
This retreat is a special time for fathers and sons and I am confident that you and your son will realize the value in spending this spiritually filled weekend together.
I married my beautiful bride, Shari, in 1989 and we have been blessed with 8 surviving children, Russell, Sierra, Joseph, Elizabeth, Clare, Grace, Mary, and Teresa. My son, Russell, and I were at the very first retreat together in 2004 and had a great experience. My other son, Joseph, began attending when he was old enough and we all feel that this retreat is so special that the three of us have re-joined the team.
Our family belongs to Church of the Holy Spirit in Plattsmouth where I am involved with the Knights of Columbus, music ministry, and serve as an Acolyte.
I attended Creighton Prep (class of 1986), received a B.S. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and am currently employed with the City of Omaha.
This retreat is a special time for fathers and sons and I am confident that you and your son will realize the value in spending this spiritually filled weekend together.
Nick Manhart
Carolyn and I have been married for twenty-five years and have five children: Francis (20), Gianna (18), George (16), Anastasia (15) and Anthony (8). We are members of St. Margaret Mary parish in Omaha. Carolyn is an internist for CHI Health and I am a stay-at-home dad.
During our wedding preparation meetings with Fr. Joe Hanefeldt all those years ago, one simple message he imparted endures: our duty as spouse and parent is to help get each other to heaven. The Catholic faith is the foundation of our married life, and the church Christ established shows us the way to salvation. We have found 1 Peter 1:9 to be our cue.
My boys and I have attended "Fathers and Sons - Together Forever" several times. It's a great opportunity to be together individually; something that does not happen unless you add it to your schedule. We invite you to join us.
Unfortunately, my sons and I will be unable to participate this year due to a family obligation.
During our wedding preparation meetings with Fr. Joe Hanefeldt all those years ago, one simple message he imparted endures: our duty as spouse and parent is to help get each other to heaven. The Catholic faith is the foundation of our married life, and the church Christ established shows us the way to salvation. We have found 1 Peter 1:9 to be our cue.
My boys and I have attended "Fathers and Sons - Together Forever" several times. It's a great opportunity to be together individually; something that does not happen unless you add it to your schedule. We invite you to join us.
Unfortunately, my sons and I will be unable to participate this year due to a family obligation.
For more information, please contact Ed DeSimone. Feel free to call me at 402-679-1841 (If I am in a meeting and don't answer, just leave a message and I will call you back). You can also send me a message at EdwardDeSimone@.creighton.edu
To register, call the St. Benedict Center at 402-352-8819.
To register, call the St. Benedict Center at 402-352-8819.