Start with a man motivated by fear, hemmed in by rules and regulations, knowing his obligations, but not aware of his feelings, with an eye strictly focused on an uncertain future of heavenly happiness. Where is this man really going and where will he end up? Only when he questioned the rules, rebelled, and set off on his own path did he begin to become free enough to grow and become more fully human. "Journey to Joy" takes you on a walk with him on his spiritual path to freedom and joy.
Al Rauckhorst was ordained as a Catholic priest in 1959 by the Maryknoll Mission Society and worked in South Korea for 10 years. In 1970 he left Maryknoll and the priesthood, and married in 1971. Al and his wife, Louise, have two wonderful adopted Korean daughters and two grandchildren. They are about to celebrate their 47th anniversary. Although Al treasures his priestly life in Korea, he believes greater blessings and his greatest spiritual growth took place during his married life.
