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FR. JORDAN BRADSHAW, O.P. - PASTOR
Email: [email protected] Phone: 458-215-4211 I was born in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico, and raised in Arizona. After graduating from the University of Arizona, I entered the Order of Preachers in 1983. I have been ordained 32 years, and have served in Arizona, California, and most recently at the University of Washington Newman Center. I am also the Director of the Dominican Mission Foundation. This is my second time here at St. Thomas More Newman Center. Go Ducks! |
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FR. PHILIP NERI GERLOMES, O.P. - PAROCHIAL VICAR
Email: [email protected] Phone: 458-215-4208 I grew up in the Napa Valley in California and then studied at the University of Notre Dame and the London School of Economics before going to work in the higher education sector in Washington, DC. My own experiences of campus ministry as a student had been so formative that I wanted to help make that encounter with the Truth possible for other students and universities. That's what drew me to the Dominican Order's tradition of a shared life of prayer, study, and preaching. Since beginning my formation in 2018, I've especially enjoyed sharing our faith through music and the arts and through the writings of St. John Henry Newman. It's my privilege to serve here for my first assignment as a priest! |
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BR. IGNATIUS JEROME ALSOP, O.P.
Email: [email protected] I grew up in Boise, Idaho, and attended Boise State University. Participating in the life of BSU's Newman Center, I encountered the Lord and His mercy for me. This encounter spilled over into a passion for the Lord's people and sharing the truth of His mercy with them. In 2023, I joined the Dominican order to dedicate myself completely to that mission. Since then, I have enjoyed sharing the Gospel through the study of Sacred Scripture and helping people encounter its healing power for themselves. Now, I am blessed with the opportunity to share this life and mission with the students and friars of the University of Oregon! |
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CORINNE LOPEZ - DIRECTOR OF FAITH FORMATION
Email: [email protected] Phone: 458-215-4213 I have been very blessed during my 23 years of ministry. I worked for six years as a LIFE TEEN youth minister at St. Mary Catholic Church in Eugene, Oregon. In 2006 I “graduated” to serve as a campus minister at the Newman Center. It has been a great honor to work with the Dominican Priests and Brothers of the Western Dominican Province. Ministering to the students at the University of Oregon and Lane Community College has been such a joy. I love being a “Catholic Duck!” Our Lord places a sacred trust in us as we walk with our students during a pivotal time of their lives. I have seen many changes in the years as a campus minister, yet one thing has remained constant; our students will always need to hear the message of the infinite love God has for them. |
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LIZ ROCHON - CAMPUS MINISTER
Email: [email protected] Phone: 458-215-4209 I grew up in Eugene and attended the University of Oregon. It was here at our Newman Center that I first encountered people whose faithful pursuit and authentic friendship led me to experience the life-changing love of Jesus Christ in a deeply personal way. After graduating, I spent two years serving as a FOCUS missionary at North Dakota State University, accompanying students as they grew in their relationship with Christ. That encounter transformed my own life, giving me a lasting joy rooted in living as a beloved daughter of God. Today, I am passionate about walking alongside college students and helping them encounter Christ through authentic friendship so they, too, can discover the same hope, joy, and purpose that changed my own life. |
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ANDY ROYBAL - FACILITIES MANAGER
Email: [email protected] Phone: 458-215-4211 I joined the staff in 2016 as the Development Director for Newman. I never thought that I would be called to work in the Catholic Church, for I had been a professional chef all my career. Fr. Peter Do, O.P., asked me if I wanted to work for the church, and I initially said no. I was happy being a chef; it was my life and identity. Fr. Peter and I kept encountering each other on the U.O. campus; it was as if God kept putting him in front of me. What was God trying to tell me? Then I remember a promise I made to Him many years ago, that I would always say "yes" to Him. God has blessed my life with Stefani, my wife, our two cats, Lilikoi and "Cat"thrine of Siena, and a job which I love. |
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ROSE BURKE - BOOKKEEPER
Email: [email protected] Phone: 458-215-4237 My husband and I moved to Eugene from North Texas in 2017 to be near our daughter and her family (grandkids are the best). The draw to move here was the grandkids but we have fallen in love with the beauty of the area and all of the outdoor activities. We have 7 other grown children who live in various parts of the country and 1 in Germany. I have worked in the office, primarily as a bookkeeper, at several Catholic parishes over the past 27 years. I love the energy here at St. Thomas More. |
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ALICE MAYTAN - PEER MINISTER
Email: [email protected] For me, home has always been defined by people instead of a place. I grew up in the military, and with moving around every 1-2 years, the Catholic church was always a steadfast pillar that felt familiar no matter the address. Since coming to college, this has only fallen further into place. Some of my best friends and favorite memories have been associated with Newman, and this place has truly become home. I am so excited to serve the student community this year, and I can't wait to see what happens! |
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JAZMIN ASMAR - PEER MINISTER
Email: [email protected] Hi everyone! My name is Jazmin, but I also go by Jaz! I’m from Salt Lake City, Utah and I’m going into my third year at UO. I am double majoring in Psychology and Music, and minoring in Business Administration. I’m so excited to see what’s in store for the year. And as always, GO DUCKS! |
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EVELIN CONTRERAS - PEER MINISTER
Email: [email protected] Hello Everyone! I am Evelin Contreras Cardenas, originally from Hermiston, Oregon, and I am a third-year Psychology Major and Special Education Minor. Growing up Catholic, I was scared to not find the right place moving away for college, but at Newman I learned to love the Lord and have been able to value the community that has grown my faith every day. I am so excited for this school year and can't wait to see what the Lord has in store for us! |
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KEELEY MURPHY - FOCUS MISSIONARY, TEAM DIRECTOR
Email: [email protected] I am originally from Lafayette, California. I graduated from UC Santa Barbara with my degree in Biological Anthropology and minors in Applied Psychology and Exercise Sports Science. I ran XC and track for UCSB and then joined the triathlon team! I am in my 4th year on staff with FOCUS, having previously served at Cal State Fullerton and the University of Utah. I enjoy playing pickleball, embroidering, and woodworking! I am very excited to see all that the Lord wants to do here in Eugene this year. |
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ELISSA MAZKOUR - FOCUS MISSIONARY
Email: [email protected] I was born and raised in Beirut, Lebanon surrounded by a loving family and community. For my junior year of high school I got accepted into an exchange program and was placed in Hawaii. I then received a scholarship to go to Carroll College in Helena, Montana. God has called me to serve at the University of Oregon! I am so grateful that the Lord has placed me in a beautiful place full of so much history and amazing people, and also a great team! |
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GARRETT BLACK - FOCUS MISSIONARY
Email: [email protected] Hello there, I am Garrett! I was born and raised in Houston, Texas! I attended the University of Oklahoma (Boomer Sooner!) and graduated with a degree in Electrical Engineering. This is my first year on staff with FOCUS, and I am excited to serve at the University of Oregon. I look forward to witnessing what the Lord has planned for us this upcoming year! |
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TYLER SHARP - FOCUS MISSIONARY
Email: [email protected] I grew up in Redondo Beach, California. I graduated from San Francisco State University with a degree in Physiology and a minor in Philosophy, and I also ran on the track and XC teams. I was an atheist for my entire life, up until sophomore year of college; then I came to believe in God and eventually converted fully to the Catholic faith. God called me to share this faith, and I am excited to do so at the University of Oregon! |