Hello From Our Student Resident Ministers

Hello From Our Student Resident Ministers:

 

My name is Maryclare O’Brien-Wilson, and I am a senior studying Psychology and Religious Studies with a minor in Women’s and Gender Studies. This is my third year working for University Ministry and my second year as a Resident Minister. I am passionate about building relationships rooted in trust and support. Living with my residents in Madonna, this position is an avenue for me to be a person with others: to be truly present in pain, struggle and triumphs. Together, we can ask the difficult questions about self and faith: who we are, why we are here, and how to become better agents of change and justice in the world.

 

Hello! My name is Sarah Pericich. I am the Resident Minister in Catherine-Monica Hall. I am a senior studying Religious Studies and Philosophy. I am very excited to be a Resident Minister this year. I have worked hard to focus my gaze on God and find a steady and firm purpose in ministry. I truly believe in the Resident Minister position and the goodness that our work can do to enhance the spiritual development and well-being of our residents. One of my greatest passions in life is walking alongside each individual’s journey to support, believe and encourage them. I look forward to walking with my residents, planning fun and purposeful events and furthering the depth of my own faith.

 

Hi there!  I’m Davis Phillips. You might see me on the quad, in University Ministry or Herak, but my home has been, and is, DeSmet: a place of brotherhood, wonderful history, and a place where boys truly become men. This is my third year in my home, and I could not be more excited for the opportunity to create a space where young men are able to explore important questions like, “Why is faith important?” and “How does faith look in college?” My hope is to create relationships with my brothers by joining them on this journey that we call college and to be a consistent presence.

 

My name is Christian Astran and I am a junior this year at Gonzaga University. The quote that is central to me and defines the purpose of my ministry as a Resident Minister in Coughlin Hall this year, comes from Dr. Albert Schweitzer: “My life is my argument.” The purpose of my ministry is to be an example for my peers to rely on–a living, breathing argument of faith. I feel both inspired and blessed to have the opportunity to enhance the spiritual experience of Gonzaga students by standing in faith and solidarity with the Coughlin Community.