Archdiocese of Newark (Echo 20)
Timothy O'Donnell
Echo Class:
Echo 20 Theology Teacher
Echo Placement:
Archdiocese of Newark
Hudson Catholic Regional High School
Hometown:
Edison, New Jersey
Undergraduate Institution & Area(s) of Study:
Rutgers University, 2019
History, Political Science
What are your favorite hobbies and activities outside of your ministry/teaching work?
I have always enjoyed reading and listening to music in my free time; I have a library and a sizable vinyl collection at home, some of which has moved with me. I also have a collection of board games which makes community night activities easy to plan for! I am also big into going to cultural festivals, outdoor events and hiking certain spots in the Catskills.
What do you hope to do after Echo?
I would definitely hope to remain a teacher. This vocation is so fulfilling, and working with students to become faithful and conscious young men and women is a real joy. Each day is a new opportunity to spread the faith and to deepen my own faith.
Anne Cerjak
Echo Class:
Echo 20 Theology Teacher
Echo Placement:
Archdiocese of Newark
Immaculate heart Academy
Hometown:
Cuba City, Wisconsin
Undergraduate Institution & Area(s) of Study:
Franciscan University of Steubenville, 2023
Theology and Catechetics
What kinds of things will you be doing at your Echo placement?
I will be teaching freshman girls Theology. This year, we are covering Scripture and the person of Jesus Christ.
What is the most significant thing you have learned in Echo so far?
Trust. I do not see how Echo fits exactly in God's plan for me, but I do know Echo what He is calling me to now. I do know what He is asking of me today, and that is enough.
James Hentz
Echo Class:
Echo 20 Theology Teacher
Echo Placement:
Archdiocese of Newark
St. Joseph Regional High School
Hometown:
Greenfield, Indiana
Undergraduate Institution & Area(s) of Study:
Marian University, 2023
Catholic Studies, History
What are your favorite hobbies and activities outside of your ministry/teaching work?
Baking is one of my favorite hobbies, whether that be for my co-workers or for my community members. I really enjoy making good food out of disparate ingredients and then being able to share it with others. Another pastime is reading all sorts of books, as well as running and listening to podcasts.
What kinds of things will you be doing at your Echo placement?
I will be teaching four sections of freshman theology at SJR, including one honors section as well as helping the campus minister in a support role during the year.