Ryan DeRuiter is originally from Cary, North Carolina and he is currently a graduate student. He does not have a formal faith background; however, he has been influenced by Buddhism, energy healing, Dutch Reform, Catholicism, Methodist, and agnosticism. His inspiration to Catholicism stemmed from the Holy Spirit intervening in his life. Ryan wants to know and walk the path that Jesus invites us to. Ryan found out about the St. Thomas More RCIA program through word of mouth. One of the reasons he is attracted to Catholicism is the authority of the Church.