Deacon Charlie Echeverry

Deacon Charlie Echeverry, a dynamic speaker and minister in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, dives deep into the meanings behind Halloween and Dia de los Muertos. He shares personal stories of insomnia that reignited his faith and discusses the cultural significance of honoring the dead. Charlie enlightens listeners about duendes from Latin folklore and emphasizes the importance of memento mori and liturgical practices in November. Plus, he offers comforting insights on grief and spiritual growth, making the conversation both poignant and enlightening.

Deacon Charlie Echeverry, a Catholic deacon and media producer active in film and EWTN, shares his path from entertainment into evangelization. He discusses the Seeking Beauty series, creative approaches to bridge secular and catechetical media, the role of story and art, and a season of insomnia that led to surrender and vocational discernment.