Personal Story
In high school I was impressed by the young Brothers who taught me. I joined the order, going through the novitiate and scholasticate and two years of teaching as a Brother. I left before final vows but felt deeply committed to sharing the Lasallian heritage with my students: that God is present, that each student matters, that God sustains all of us through even the worst problems, that God is calling us to share our blessings especially with those who need them most.
Through my years as a religion teacher and campus minister, sharing this Lasallian legacy with students was a core value to me. The poor of our world need empowerment beyond what money alone can give. The Lasallian heritage ushers them into a life of dignity, faith, and mutual service that is Good News.
That I can participate now on the LV staff, helping Volunteers grow in Faith, Community and Service with the Brothers is an amazing privilege. That I can encourage them as they try to open the doors to impoverished children today is the greatest contribution I can make at this time.
Educational Background
- Bachelors of Art in history, theology and education,
La Salle University, Philadelphia, PA - Master of Arts in History, University of Pittsburgh
- Master of Arts in Theology, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA
- Master of Applied Spirituality, University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Areas of Responsibility
The Director of Development, with the assistance of the Director, Fundraising Committee, the Advisory Board and the Regional Director, is responsible for developing financial and other resources to insure success of the LV program in the Lasallian Mission to the poor. He deepens our relationships with Alums and other financial investors and pursues strategic fundraising for the long-term needs of Program. The Development Director collaborates with other staff to provide high-quality training opportunities and adequate support of Volunteers at their ministries.
Professional Experience
- Central Catholic High School, Pittsburgh, PA, teacher of religion and history; Campus Ministry Director.
- Highbridge Community Life Center, Bronx, NY, one year of Lasallian Volunteer experience with his wife during a sabbatical.
- Thomas Merton Center for Peace and Justice, Pittsburgh, PA, board of directors
- Jubilee Association, Pittsburgh, PA, development director and general staff of this soup kitchen and social service agency.
- Allegheny County Jail, Pittsburgh, PA, Volunteer chaplain.
- St. James Parish, Wilkinsburg, PA, RCIA Team.
- Pittsburgh Mediation Center, Pittsburgh, PA, Volunteer mediator in their victim-offender program for youth mandated by juvenile court.
Other Interests
- Running
- Camping
- The outdoors
- Current events
- Peace and justice pursuits
- Reading