Marcellino D’Ambrosio is recognized both nationally and internationally as an exciting public speaker who has a deep love for Jesus Christ and who communicates his zeal with clarity and enthusiasm. After twelve years as a Protestant pastor, Jeff Cavins returned to the Catholic Church under the guidance of Bishop Paul Dudley. Dr. D’Ambrosio, the father of five and a business owner, brings to his teaching a practical, down-to-earth perspective that makes his words easy to understand and to apply to everyday life. Known on Catholic radio and TV as “Dr. Italy,” he is an NY Times best-selling author, with his book on Mel Gibson’s film, The Guide to the Passion, selling over a million copies in its first three months.  He is also a renowned commentator on Catholic issues, defending the legacy of Pope John Paul II on Fox News’ “Geraldo Rivera At Large” and Bill O’Reilly’s radio show. In 2001 Dr. Italy left his position at the University of Dallas to direct the Crossroads Initiative an innovative apostolate of Catholic Renewal and evangelization.  He, his wife Susan, and four of their five children reside just outside of Dallas, TX.