Elizabeth Ficocelli

Bio

Elizabeth Ficocelli is a best-selling, award-winning author of twelve books for adults and young people and an author of numerous magazine articles for leading Catholic publications.

For adults, Elizabeth has authored Lourdes: Font of Faith, Hope & Charity; The Fruits of Medjugorje: Stories of True and Lasting Conversion; and Shower of Heavenly Roses: Stories of the Intercession of St. Therese of Lisieux.

For young people, Elizabeth has written The Imitation of Christ for Children, Child's Guide to First Holy Communion, Child's Guide to Reconciliation, Child's Guide to the Seven Sacraments, and Child's Guide to the Rosary as well as two vocations awareness books: Where Do Priests Come From? and Where Do Sisters Come From? Her new book, Bleeding Hands, Weeping Stone: True Stories of Divine Wonders, Miracles, and Messages, for Catholic teens and college students introduces them to miraculous phenomena such as Eucharistic Miracles, the Stigmata, incorrupt bodies, weeping artwork, and more.

Elizabeth has been featured on EWTN programs such as Bookmark with Doug Keck, The Journey Home with Marcus Grodi, The Abundant Life with Johnnette Benkovic, and Sunday Night Live with Father Benedict Groeschel. She has also been a guest on Catholic radio programs, including Kresta in the Afternoon with Al Kresta, Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo, The Catholic Channel with Gus Lloyd, The Son Rise Morning Show with Brian Patrick, Catholic Spirit Radio with Kris McGregor, and Morning Air with Sean Herriot.

She has spoken at national Catholic conventions and state conferences, schools, parishes, retreats, and meetings. Her topics include:
  • Developing a Personal Relationship with Jesus
  • A Family Approach to The Seven Sacraments
  • Bleeding Hands, Weeping Stone... miracles of the Catholic Faith
  • The Joy of Reconciliation
  • The Age of Mary/Spiritual Warfare
  • Advent
  • ...in addition to presentations on Divine Mercy, Lourdes, and Medjugorje

Testimonials

Elizabeth Ficocelli's program at St. Mary School during Catholic Schools Week was one of the most memorable we've had. She spoke to the different grade levels, selecting appropriate themes based on her writing and using illustrations well adapted for each age group. She mesmerized the eighth graders with her description of the apparitions of Lourdes and inspired the second graders who were anticipating their First Holy Communion. This is one speaker we would like to invite often to share new writings and insights.
- Julie Lindsey, Librarian, St. Mary's Catholic School, Lancaster

I am writing to let you know that it was a delight to have Elizabeth Ficocelli speak in our parish. She spoke on September 17th and 18th, 2009 for our Faith and Family Congress. Her talks were energetic and filled with beautiful Church teachings and traditions. Our family had the opportunity to spend some time with her and I can attest to the fact that she is, indeed, very Orthodox. It was clear that Elizabeth spends much time working on her talks/writing, in hopes of teaching others about the Catholic Faith. She is indeed faithful to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church. Any audience would be blessed to hear her speak!
- Kelli Halsell, Parishioner of St. Louis de Montfort Church in Santa Maria, CA

I am a second grade teacher from Los Angeles, CA. I have heard you speak the past two years at the Religious Education Congress, and I have loved listening to you! I have shared you articles with the parents and used your ideas in my classroom! Thank you so much for your inspiration and for your fantastic presentations. I come away from your sessions more knowledgeable and spirit-filled.
- Katy K., California

Thank you for teaching me about Reconciliation. Now that I know when I go talk to the priest, I won't be that scared. I learned something - if I go talk to the priest, I'll know that he will understand all my problems and questions. You are a great teacher and friend. I'm so glad that you came in and talked about Reconciliation with us because I was really scared before you came in.
- Maggie, age 8

Just a short note to say "Thank you!!!" for your wonderful talk about Lourdes this past Saturday at our annual Columbus Day banquet. I have heard nothing but favorable comments from those that were in attendance. Our District Deputy sent the program book to other district deputies in central and south east Ohio and he told me that some of them have expressed an interest in having you talk at some of their events. I am glad that I had the opportunity to have met you.
- Bill H., Ohio, Knights of Columbus

Elizabeth Ficocelli was a speaker at our Stark County Magnificat breakfast which was held at Walsh University in North Canton, Ohio, on September 12, 2009. Magnificat is a ministry to Catholic Women. Elizabeth's demeanor is very professional and her presentation is outstanding as well. Her testimony was very moving. The sharing of her personal experiences and her conversion testimony rekindled our excitement about the Catholic faith. Word has already come of the fruits of her talk.
- Shirley DeOrio, Coordinator Stark County Magnificat