CLARK MASSEYFounder/General DirectorHometown: Plano, TX
College: University of Kansas & University of Rochester Interests: family, the Zoo, paintball, garden tractors Why are you at ASH? This is the only place I fit in. Been a missionary since: 2003 |
CHELSEA CROSBYDC MissionaryHometown: Fly Creek, NY
College: Franciscan University of Steubenville Interests: farming, tap-dancing, knitting, making things by hand Why are you at ASH? I feel called to be close to the poor. I find great joy in my relationships with them and want to share the love of Christ with them! Been a missionary since: 2013 |
MARGO WERNELKC MissionaryHometown: Wichita, KS
College: University of Kansas, Rock Chalk! Interests: making high-calorie coffee drinks, running, beating my in-laws in 'bags' Why are you at ASH? I wanted to help the poor after I graduated. I liked how A Simple House was helping the people they befriended in many unique ways. There was 'nothing off limits'; every idea was at least worth considering. Been a missionary since: 2015 |
KALANI MOBERG
KC MissionaryHometown: Denver, CO
College: Benedictine College Interests: reading, writing, knitting Why are you at ASH? I have wanted to do mission work for a long time. I know my time at ASH will help me to grow in empathy and maturity. I know I will be growing closer to God and learning how to have a more intimate relationship with Him. Been a missionary since: 2022 |
JOHN TIRADOR
KC MissionaryHometown: Hyattsville, MD
College: University of Maryland, College Park Interests: rock climbing, hiking, archery, martial arts Why are you at ASH? I've wanted to do volunteer Catholic ministry to the poor for years. ASH's model of missionary service is in line with my beliefs, and I believe that I can both gain a lot from this experience and reach those in need. Been a missionary since: 2022 |
AN NGUYEN
DC MissionaryHometown: Lansing, MI
College: University of Michigan Interests: reading, sports, eating Why are you at ASH? To encounter Christ in others and share His love. Been a missionary since: 2023 |
NATALIE BURKHARDDC MissionaryHometown: Cleveland, WI
College: Assumption University Interests: running, reading, hiking Why are you at ASH? I wanted to serve the poor and homeless in a deep and meaningful way and to be able to live a life that would lead me closer to Christ. Been a missionary since: 2023 |
JOSH HARBORDKC MissionaryHometown: Tampa, FL
College: Florida State University Interests: storm chasing, hiking, botany, traveling Why are you at ASH? To grow in knowledge of myself and God and to share God's love with some who the world sees as 'least.' Been a missionary since: 2023 |
KATIE LORENCEKC MissionaryHometown: Mason City, IA
College: University of Northern Iowa Interests: painting, sudoku puzzles, playing the ukulele Why are you at ASH? I have felt that the Lord was calling me to serve the poor for a few years now. I love the way ASH wants to create genuine and authentic friendships with the poor, so it sounded like a great experience for me to serve and love God's people. Been a missionary since: 2023 |
ANGELA LYDC MissionaryHometown: Fort Wayne, IN
College: University of Notre Dame Interests: crafting, calligraphy, gardening, playing soccer Why are you at ASH? I want to understand and live out Jesus' call in the Gospels to love the poor and learn to rely completely on God's grace and mercy. Been a missionary since: 2023 |