Core Team

In 7th grade while walking to school and talking with a friend, Jeff decided that he would be either a Computer Programmer or Psychologist. Turns out as a Technology Leader at Home Depot, he gets to do both. His favorite quote is from St. Jerome: "Good, better, best. Never let it rest. Until your food is better and your better is best." On a food note, Jeff also likes grilling, smoking and cooking - reading books on the saints, Chicago Bears and Georgia Bulldogs football, and Star Wars.

Lisa dreamed of being Wonder Woman or one of Charlie's Angels when she was a kid. Now, she likes to work as Jesus' angel as a volunteer EVERYWHERE! She's been volunteering since she was a teenager and servant leadership is her mantra. The Beatitudes have always resonated with her and remind her of the importance of humility and serving others. For breakfast, she likes eggs and grits but you better not lick your fingers at her table, cuz that's her pet peeve.

Travis is grateful to be a member of St. Peter Chanel. He says that we have a beautiful Church, filled with wonderful people, that helps him feel closer to God each time he visits. He desire that for everyone.

Tricia loves to travel with her family, play tennis and eat all of the chocolate! She learned to embrace her favorite saying when she had the honor of being a military spouse “bloom where you are planted”. She gets super excited helping others recognize and celebrate their gifts. Tricia says, "BTW none of my gifts involve the ability to carry a tune or move to the actual beat of music."

Cathy was an ambitious girl as a child. She wanted to be a priest, doctor, astronaut, or engineer. She ended up as an engineer. She is the mother of four daughters. She likes to try new things, help others, and watch British detective shows. Her go to breakfast is steel cut oats with fruit. Her go to scripture is: "Be with me Lord when I am in trouble." Psalm 91

If Laurie were the patron saint of something it would be animals and ITALY! In fact, she's been there five times. She says: "Every time I see deer around the BT campus, I feel like that is God reminding me He is nearby. She sounds like the real patron saint of Italy, St. Francis of Assisi. She is the mom of two awesome kids and loves to share her faith. Her go to scripture is: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." Prov 3:5-6

Caroline has been a parishioner at St. Peter Chanel since 2003. She's married to her college sweetheart, Travis, and they have two daughters. Many of her favorite activities take place outdoors, including, going for walks, biking, traveling and working in the garden. She enjoys helping others at work, as a pharmacist, and as a volunteer for SPCYM. She taught 4th and 5th grade PSR pre-covid and looks forward to being back with the kids discovering our faith together.

Ian would be the patron saint of PULLED PORK! Maybe that enabled him to be the self-reported 2023 Memorial Day Neighborhood Belly Flop Champion. He enjoys University of Georgia football, the Atlanta Braves, golfing, traveling, and shopping at Costco with his wife, Lauren. He co-owns a chemical company. His go to scripture is Gen 18:14, "Is anything too marvelous for the LORD to do?"

Clare enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, being active outdoors, and live music. All good qualities if you are going to be the patron saint of Party Planning! Clare is living her childhood dream of being an elementary teachers. She says teaching young people to love Jesus and the saints, and helping other grow in faith is her jam. Her go to quote is: “It is Jesus that you seek when you dream of happiness” - JPII

Eric has been Catholic since 2003 and a member of Saint Peter Chanel since moving to Roswell in 2017. Eric is passionate about the Lord, his wife, his two boys, and staying active. He loves dad jokes, dancing, and using these skills to embarrass his boys when given the opportunity. He is a graduate of the University of Illinois and will forever cheer for the Big10. Eric believes that laughter is an amazing gift that God gave to us all, and laughter from the bottom of your heart can help us cope with life’s challenges.

Her favorite quote is by Mother Teresa: "If you can’t feed 100 people then feed just one." Suzanne is also a recent convert. She says: "I’m a middle aged convert who misunderstood so much about the Catholic faith for a LONG time. When the veil was finally lifted and I started logically researching all my misconceptions, I just fell in love. And found peace I had never known. I promise, there’s NO question you can ask me that I’ll think is silly because I’ve asked them all myself. I LOVE curious minds and I am one too!"

Carolina says: "I survived raising four kids, which just really means I can be super patient and fun! Jesus is my number one, I love my kids ( and other people's kids), I love my dog, I love my job helping momma's facing unplanned pregnancy, you'll see me at 5pm Mass ushering, and Adoration is my go-to for a one-on-one with the King!

Joel loves the idea of living with JOY - Jesus, Others and then Yourself, in that order. His favorite humans are his family and he want to see them live their lives with JOY and get to heaven!! He also loves to explore all things - food, places and experiences. He enjoys being creative, wood working, being outside, and gardening with the help of his chickens.

Caroline has been a parishioner at St. Peter Chanel since 2003. She's married to her college sweetheart, Travis, and they have two daughters. Many of her favorite activities take place outdoors, including, going for walks, biking, traveling and working in the garden. She enjoys helping others at work, as a pharmacist, and as a volunteer for SPCYM. She taught 4th and 5th grade PSR pre-covid and looks forward to being back with the kids discovering our faith together.

If Daniel were a saint, he would be the patron of volunteering. His favorite scripture is: "As for me and my house we will serve the Lord." Jos 24:15. He likes learning the piano, cycling, and slow cooking on the grill. One of his proudest accomplishments is finishing his undergraduate while working full-time.

Amanda loves date nights with her husband, morning coffee, and chocolate covered anything! She converted to Catholicism in her 20's and we're awfully lucky to have her. Her kids never argue with her because she was a lawyer before being a full time mom and they can never win.

As a kid, Jim wanted to be a train engineer. Although he doesn't drive trains, he is an engineer and builds steam and power plants. He enjoys golf, college football, and learning about Civil War and WW2 history. He is passionate about his family, faith, and the pro-life cause. His favorite scripture: "If God is for us, who can be against us?" Rom 8:31

Roshini says she is blessed with a wonderful family and friends. She was a rebel as a teenager and is glad her mom kept her. Her favorite quote and scripture are inspired by her favorite game, basketball. "You only miss the shots you don't take." and "We walk by faith, not by sight." 2Cor 5:7 She says: "I would love to have my kids and all the kids I teach love Jesus and Mother Mary more. If even one of them remembers to say a Hail Mary or turns to prayer when they are in need of assurance or guidance, I have succeeded."

Joey love parades! She's not normally loud but catch her waving and cheering at every parade float/character/marching band. She likes trying new foods and hosting parties with giant water slides and tons of food! If there's a cool tree within sight, guaranteed she's gonna point it out. The mountains and trees are what bring her back to the Lord when she strays away. Her favorite quote helps her as an ICU nurse: "Have courage and Be Kind."