Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston (Echo 18)
Noah Schrader, Anja Ozols, Caitlin Giles, Chris Javier
Noah Schrader
Echo Placement:
St. Edward Catholic Church
Hometown:
North Royalton, Ohio
Undergraduate Institution & Area(s) of Study:
Xavier University, 2020
Criminal Justice, Theology
What kinds of things will you be doing at your parish?
I will be involved in four main areas at St. Edward. I will be teaching weekly classes for youth in the RCIA process, age 7 and older, working with 7th grade faith formation through the EDGE program, overseeing the digital model of Family Faith Formation, providing resources to parents as they catechize in the household, and also exploring options for young adult ministry in the parish.
Anja Ozols
Echo Placement:
Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church
Hometown:
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Undergraduate Institution & Area(s) of Study:
College of Saint Benedict, 2021
Theology, Music
What attracted you to Echo?
I was drawn to Echo by a strong desire to serve the Church, but I could have never anticipated how much I would learn ABOUT the Church through Echo. The material I learn in my classes equips me to better serve my community, my parish, and the Church as a whole!
Caitlin Giles
Echo Placement:
Prince of Peace
Hometown:
Savage, Minnesota
Undergraduate Institution & Area(s) of Study:
College of Saint Benedict, 2021
Sociology, Theology
What is the most significant thing you have learned in Echo so far?
Echo has taught me what sincere gratitude truly means. I have met some of the most incredible people and been able to be a part of amazing experiences because of this program. I am in constant awe that this is where God has called me to be, which reminds me to give thanks for all the blessings in my life.
Chris Javier
Echo Placement:
Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church
Hometown:
Downey, California
Undergraduate Institution & Area(s) of Study:
University of California, Irvine, 2015
Sociology, History
Graduate Degree:
M.A. Secondary Education, Loyola Marymount University, December 2017
Previous Professional Experience:
Junior High and High School History and Literature Teacher, 2015 - 2021
What are your favorite hobbies and activities?
When I am not at work, I like participating in CrossFit workouts, visiting National Parks, and watching Marvel movies.