From Engineer to Priest with Father Gavin Vaverek

In this episode of the Made in Nacogdoches Podcast, Brad Maule sits down with Father Gavin Vaverek for a wide-ranging conversation about faith, purpose, technology, community, and why so many people feel disconnected in modern life.Father Gavin shares his incredible journey from engineering to the priesthood, discusses why Christianity grew through love rather than force, explains the process of miracles and sainthood, reflects on the changing culture of East Texas, and offers practical advice for anyone searching for purpose—or simply thinking about walking back into church after years away.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!