Some Changes & An Introduction

Hello!

If you are stopping by here after some time away from Mary's Mantle, you will notice that there has been some restructuring of staff. Pat Parker, who was formerly the volunteer coordinator, has taken on some new and exciting tasks, and I have taken on the role of Volunteer Services (in addition to spiritual formation).

For those of you who do not know me, I offer a very brief introduction. I came to Mary's Mantle after leaving full-time work with the Archdiocese of Detroit in Campus & Young Adult Ministry. Prior to that, I was working in Student Affairs at Oakland University. I have two young children, ages 4 and 2, and a hard-working husband at home who works even harder since we made the decision for me to give up full-time work and be home with the children more often. I am blessed that Mary's Mantle has provided me an opportunity to serve part-time so I can do just that, while still sharing in a call to active ministry.

Prior to this position, I was the House Manager for Mary's Mantle. While I have enjoyed that role, I am excited to begin this new chapter with Mary's Mantle. I was recently re-watching some old West Wing episodes at home, and one line that struck me was the staff's response to the President: "I serve at the pleasure of the President of the United States." It struck me how deeply and profoundly a parallel could be drawn to the work of Mary's Mantle, especially as we look at how best to accomplish our mission.

"I serve at the pleasure of our Lord, Jesus Christ."

It is my joy to serve the women that the Lord sends into our care, and it is my joy to be working with you as we live out our call to that service. In the end, it is Jesus we serve in the ladies of the Mantle, in our staff, and in one another. Thank you for answering that call!

Wishing you and yours a blessed end of Advent and Merry Christmas!

Blessings in Christ,
Rakhi