Emily Shimek
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Marketing Coordinatoremilyablazeyouth.orgHometown: Burleson, TX
Education: B.S. in Psychology, Texas A&M, with minors in Neuroscience, Sociology, and Studio Art, 2014
Ministry Background: In high school, I fell in love with the Catholic faith. I was an active member of our youth group's leadership team, which took part in planning and staffing retreats for my peers and middle school youth (Confirmation retreats, young women's retreats, etc.). When I moved to College Station to attend Texas A&M, my sister put me in contact with the high school youth minister at St. Joseph's before I even asked her to do so. I've been a part of ministry ever since.
Passions and interests: I have a serious love of coffee, roadtrips, and long conversations with friends. One day I will fulfill my lifelong dream of going to Europe. The best days begin by waking up to cold weather. I love serving others, reading about the faith, painting, and spending time in hammocks.How did you become involved with ABLAZE/why are you involved?: I see the need for true, relational ministry and discipleship groups- and I love how passionate the people at ABLAZE are about everything they do. Throughout college I spent a great amount of time volunteering with the youth ministry programs in the area, and timing was perfect when I was looking for a job - and they were hiring! I definitely think God handed this opportunity to me.
Favorite quotes or Bible verses:
Let your religion be less of a theory and more of a love affair. GK Chesterton
We even boast of our afflictions, knowing that affliction produces endurance, and endurance, proven character, and proven character, hope, and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:1-5When I said, "My foot is slipping," your love, O Lord, supported me. When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought joy to my soul. Psalm 94:18-19