Dr. Kathie Amidei is a pastoral associate. She was formerly the Associate Director for Catechesis in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. She served in a number of parishes as a teacher and a director of religious education. She has a BS in Education, MA Theology and a Doctorate in Education. She is the author of "Forming Families: A Faith Resource on Catholic Identity," published by OSV. She received the Vatican II Award for Service in Education.