Meet our new editor!

With this issue of South Texas Catholic, I am happy and honored to introduce myself to you as the new Managing Editor. My name is Susanne Janssen, and I arrived here in Corpus Christi at the beginning of May. Originally, I am from Germany, used to long winters and pine trees … However, I love the beach and the ocean –but first and foremost, the people here in the Diocese of Corpus Christi who have welcomed me with open arms. For the last ten years, I have been the Editor of Living City magazine, a publication committed to building bridges in our divided society.

I have been a journalist and editor for over 25 years, covering local politics and crime and writing about Hollywood stars and innovators as a German correspondent. But working for a Catholic publication allows me to communicate what truly matters and approach the questions that go beyond the daily hype of the media.

Therefore, I am excited about this opportunity to work for STC, keeping all of us connected in the diocese through the magazine and the website. With my team, I want to inform you about what’s happening here in the chancery and share the vibrant life of your parishes. While working on this issue, I had the opportunity to get to know some volunteers, families, and our newly ordained priests, and it was a gift to get to know their faith stories.

These inspiring life experiences need to be shared because in journeying together, we can help each other in moments when our faith is tested. I’ve experienced that many times: my sisters and brothers opened a path to a deeper understanding of my faith when we could share how God is working in our hearts. Let me know your stories, your questions and your ideas! I look forward to getting to know every corner of our diocese!