"It is more
blessed to give
than to receive."
(Acts 20:35)
DISCIPLE OF THE MONTH
What happens when faith and service
come together in marriage?
Con
g
r
atulations
STEPHEN AND JULIA
for being the
Archbishop's Catholic Appeal
"Disciples of the Month."
If you know someone else who is
courageously spreading the Gospel,
please share his or her story with us at
give.archden.org/nominate
and they may become the next
"Disciple of the Month!"
For Stephen Kocmoud and Julia Salinas, the
answer is a life filled with purpose, joy and
community. Whether leading youth ministry or
bringing beauty to Mass through music, this
dynamic duo follows Christ by meeting others'
needs and inspiring those around them to do
the same.
"We're not perfect, but we do our best to keep
Christ at the center," Kocmoud shared. "It's not
about us. Our faith compels us to see Christ in
everyone we meet."
Music ministry has been central to Kocmoud's
faith since childhood. At Our Lady of Lourdes in
Denver, his music enriches the 10:00 a.m. Mass.
"I grew up doing music ministry with my parents,"
he said. "It's a great way to serve and help make
Mass more beautiful."
While Salinas isn't musical, her desire to serve led
them to middle school youth ministry. "Both of us
had done middle school ministry in college, so it
was a good fit," she said.
Middle schoolers may be unpredictable, but the
couple embraces the opportunity. "They wrestle
with real things, like how to love their siblings.
It seems simple, but it's very real for them,"
Kocmoud said.
Their ministry has deepened their sense of
community at Lourdes. "Serving helps the parish
feel more like home," Kocmoud shared.
D I SCI P LE O F TH E M O NTH
