Personal Statement:

For me, pastoral care ministry involves supportive, caring concern and presence for others in the midst of difficult circumstances. Whatever is happening in their lives, each person should know that they need not be alone in their struggles.

Education:

• B.A., College of Notre Dame of Maryland, Baltimore, MD
• Graduate courses at Hartford Seminary and Elms College
• Completed four units of Clinical Pastoral Education - one from Hartford Hospital, three from Baystate Medical Center.

Certifications:

Presently working on a Master's degree i Theology at Elms College, Chicopee, MA

Professional Background:

• Chaplain, Baystate Children's Hospital
• Chaplain (perdiem), Mercy Hospital, Springfield, MA

Denomination:

• Roman Catholic

Special Activities:

• Happy Hearts Hospital Clown Troupe
• Participate in weekly Children's Chapel activities on the pediatric play deck.
• Eucharistic Minister at St. Cecilia's Church, Wilbraham, MA