About the Author

Joseph Bradley: Father Joseph Bradley, 55, is a priest in residence at St. Gregory's Catholic Church in San Mateo, CA. He's also a heart transplant survivor who speaks frequently to audiences about his spiritual journey, counsels other heart transplant patients and their families. He is also a frequent speaker at parishes and Catholic schools, where he is known for thought-provoking sermons on controversial topics ranging from his own mistakes and former drug use, to immigration and the clergy abuse scandals.