I am a campus missionary at California State University, Long Beach. I have been blessed to serve at the same campus during my entire time in FOCUS. This is my fourth year serving at this campus!

I was 16 years old when I fell in love with the Lord. I was born, baptized, and raised in the Catholic faith. My family went to Mass every Sunday, we prayed before meals, and even prayed the rosary sometimes as a family. In my opinion, that was more than enough to check the boxes of my faith. That is how I lived; however, it was not long before my own life reflected the reality that there is no middle ground with the Lord. In being lukewarm, I eventually found myself very far from God in my actions, thoughts, and desires. But God was on a rescue mission for me. Through LifeTeen and specifically, during one high school retreat – my life completely changed. In particular, all it took was the Lord capturing my attention in the Eucharist for me to realize I was completely loved by Him. My life has never been the same since. In college, I got involved with our Newman Center (where I met Camden!) and quickly found myself in leadership roles. There was nothing that has brought me more joy than to pour into souls, live life with others, and to bring people to Jesus. Now, I get to do it everyday for living: day by day, yes by yes!

When I answered the call to share my marriage and family life on mission with FOCUS, God invited my family to depend radically on Him for spiritual and financial support through mission partners. We’ve been blessed with the most amazing people who have journeyed with us as we serve on campus. Working with mission partners is one of the best parts of our job! If you are interested in partnering with us, please let one of us know the best way to reach you and we will schedule an appointment. It would be our great honor to share this mission with you! Together, by the grace of God, we can labor in His fields to bring Him glory (Matt. 8:35-38).