Episode 45. In this second conversation with Mookie, we expanded the discussion of diversity and the ways he embodies his Catholic faith. The two main areas are his tattoos that manage to marry his Filipino and Catholic identities, and his pilgrimage in August 2022 on the Camino de Santiago. Highlights: 00:04:39 Diversity and race in the US. 00:13:34 The guest’s tattoo and its symbolism, including references to his Christian faith and Filipino heritage. The tattoo represents creation, crucifixion, and the concept of redemption and healing. 00:21:53 Camino de Santiago: A meaningful, diverse pilgrimage. 00:36:48 The Camino reminded him of lost hopes and dreams and brought back a sense of purpose.  References: Isabel Wilkerson, Caste – https://www.isabelwilkerson.com/ US Census through the Decades – https://www.census.gov/data-tools/demo/race/MREAD_1790_2010.html Camino de Santiago – https://followthecamino.com/en/camino-de-santiago-routes/ Social Media links for Mookie:  LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mookie-manalili/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/mr.man.of.lily/ Social Media links for Méli: Talking with God Project – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisolomon/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066435622271 Follow the podcast! The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise:  Is your way similar or different?  Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore?  Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet. Transcript – https://www.buzzsprout.com/1851013/episodes/13298063-embodying-faith-tattoos-and-pilgrimage-mookie-manalili Comments?  Email  Méli – [email protected] The Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project. For information on talks, blog posts and more, go to – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/