Our Founding
Founded on Love as a Living and Vibrant Presence“I want to teach you how to reconnect to the world of spirit, so you will know spirit is always around you and with you. And the work goes on after you die.”
– Ron Roth, Living the Spirit-Directed Life
The Grace of the Holy Spirit
Padre Ron Roth: A Modern-Day Mystic
Celebrating Life Ministries (CLM) was co-founded by Padre Ron Roth, a modern-day mystic, and his trusted companion, Padre Paul Funfsinn. Padre Ron, now transitioned, brought healing to thousands through the powerful grace of the Holy Spirit. People of all faiths and traditions traveled from great distances to attend his public events across the United States, where miraculous healings were often reported. Yet, as Padre Ron humbly reminded everyone, “God heals. I do not.”
The Grace of the Holy Spirit
Padre Ron Roth: A Modern-Day Mystic
Originally a Catholic priest, Ron Roth’s healing gifts began to manifest during his church services, which led to tension with some of his superiors. This eventually prompted him to leave the priesthood, allowing him the freedom to fully embrace the supernatural calling on his life. As he transitioned into his personal ministry, Padre Ron (also known as Sri Ronji and Reverend Ron at various times) became known as a powerful teacher, author, healer, mystic, and Avatar. While the Catholic Church gave him his start, it was through Grace and the Holy Spirit that his healing ministry flourished.
A best-selling author, Padre Ron wrote several influential books, including The Healing Path of Prayer, Holy Spirit: Boundless Energy of God, and Reclaim Your Spiritual Power. His teachings, shared through books, audio, and video recordings, continue to inspire and heal across generations and faith traditions. You can find Padre Ron’s books & recordings in our online bookstore.
the expansion of the ministry
Transition to the Leadership
of Padre Paul Funfsinn
Before his passing in 2009, Padre Ron appointed Padre Paul Funfsinn as his successor, naming him Bishop. Since that time, Padre Paul has guided CLM with devotion, expanding the ministry and cultivating a robust international and local community known as MOFEB (Monks, Ordained, Friars, Emeritus, and Brothers). In 2015, Padre Paul was honored as CLM’s first Archbishop and now serves as the Spiritual Shepherd, overseeing the vibrant CLM community, which includes the Education Program, Novice Program, and an international congregation.
the expansion of the ministry
Transition to the Leadership
of Padre Paul Funfsinn
A Place to Know & Experience God
Our Ministry Over the Years
CLM is also a hub for other high-level spiritual communities, which are respected and supported at our gatherings. Our sacred events are held with the highest regard for the Divine, creating an atmosphere where participants can have their own transformative experiences. Testimonies of healing and divine encounters are common, as they help individuals anchor their relationship with the Divine and share in the joy of Celebrating Life.
A Place to Know & Experience God
Our Ministry Over the Years
Over the years, CLM has experienced many changes, as a living, breathing spiritual community should. At its heart, CLM remains a place where people gather to know and experience God. For many, God’s presence at CLM is alive, palpable, and personal. Some come seeking miraculous healing, others for spiritual growth and a deeper relationship with the Holy Spirit. Many are drawn to the sacred energy held at CLM events, where the Charism of Grace is felt and respected.
CLM is also a hub for other high-level spiritual communities, which are respected and supported at our gatherings. Our sacred events are held with the highest regard for the Divine, creating an atmosphere where participants can have their own transformative experiences. Testimonies of healing and divine encounters are common, as they help individuals anchor their relationship with the Divine and share in the joy of Celebrating Life.
The Vision Continues
The vision of CLM is simple yet profound: God is real, palpable, personal, and eternal. Love, one of God’s many names, is experienced in its fullness at CLM events, not as an expectation or limited definition, but as a living, vibrant reality.
The Vision Continues
The vision of CLM is simple yet profound: God is real, palpable, personal, and eternal. Love, one of God’s many names, is experienced in its fullness at CLM events, not as an expectation or limited definition, but as a living, vibrant reality.
GIVING
Your generosity fuels our mission to make God real again, bringing wholeness through a deep relationship with the Divine.
PRAYER REQUESTS
Do you have a need in your life right now? Our community of monks, ministers, friars, and brothers read your requests and pray for people daily.