Ariel Fernandez is a cradle Catholic who has actively participated in his parish communities since childhood.In the summer of 2025, during an audience with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, Fernandez pledged to the Holy Father his commitment to help build a Civilization of Love.He is also the author and creator of The Better You Minute series, a collection of three self-help books: Building Stronger Relationships, Improving Your Self-Esteem, and Resetting Your Focus.With Advent with St. Thérèse of Lisieux, Fernandez guides readers to grow in faith, hope, love, joy, and peace, drawing inspiration from the writings of St. Thérèse as a pathway toward building a Civilization of Love.