Following in Footsteps
His story reminded me of my mother’s perseverance through her own trials—a resilience that rarely announced itself but became a legacy to the next generation.
Margaret Smetana is the US-China Catholic Association associate director. She joined the US-China Catholic Association as a member of the Ignatian Volunteer Corps, bringing a lifetime of experience in organizational and educational leadership to her role supporting the 2024 Conference, the 2025 USCCA Mission Cooperative Program, and the 2026 Conference. Margaret holds a BFA from the University of Hartford Art School, and professional credentials in Montessori School Management and Leadership. Margaret believes in the power of shared experiences and as such seeks to imbue all aspects of her life and work with a spirit of community and hope!
His story reminded me of my mother’s perseverance through her own trials—a resilience that rarely announced itself but became a legacy to the next generation.