Venezuela to Victory: Baseball and Belief

Send us Fan MailWith Victor Diaz, a Venezuelan baseball star and now coach, explores his remarkable journey from Venezuela to the United States. Victor shares his struggles with the economic crisis in Venezuela, the challenges of obtaining asylum in the U.S., and the impact of faith on his life. The episode delves into his experiences at Concordia University, the influence of his faith community, and his personal growth through the RCIA program. Victor also reflects on his time playing for the Portland Mavericks, his coaching achievements, and the importance of staying positive and helping others amidst personal trials. This is a story of resilience, faith, and the power of supportive communities.00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome01:03 Meet Victor Diaz01:22 Victor's Journey to the United States01:41 Life in Michigan and Softball Experiences02:23 Family and Faith in Venezuela03:31 Supporting His Sister's Education04:51 College Life at Concordia University05:51 Finding Faith and Community07:23 Meeting His Fiancée12:10 Post-College Challenges and Asylum Process15:04 Navigating the Asylum Process15:35 Faith and Patience in Difficult Times17:21 Positivity and Helping Others18:48 Challenges and Renewals in Immigration19:35 Baseball Memories and Coaching22:41 Future Aspirations and Faith23:37 Powerful Moments of Faith28:39 Words of Wisdom and GratitudeSupport the showThis is a podcast of Holy Family Parish, located in Adrian MI. We are a Catholic people, not a place, striving to Live Jesus through celebrating the sacraments and forming disciples in Adrian and beyond.www.HolyFamilyAdrian.orgInstagram: Instagram.com/holyfamilyadrianFacebook: Facebook.com/adrianCatholicYouTube: www.youtube.com/@holyfamilyadrianOpen Seat es un podcast Parroquia de la Sagrada Familia ubicada en Adrian, Michigan. Somos un pueblo católico, no un lugar, que se esfuerza por vivir a Jesús celebrando los sacramentos y formando discípulos en Adrian y más allá.