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Campus Ministry Team
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John’s tenure as the Director of Campus Ministry at JCU began in August of 2003. Prior to his time here, he served as the Director of the Newman Catholic Student Center at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Ill. and the Diocesan Director of Campus Ministry for the Diocese of Belleville, Ill. He aslo served as the Director of Campus Ministry at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, FL, and at Ursuline College.  He received an M.A. in Theology from the University of Notre Dame with a concentration in Scripture, and has been a full-time lay minister in the Catholic Church since 1981. His background includes both large metropolitan and more intimate campus ministry institutions, as well as Catholic, state, and private settings. His opportunities in Campus Ministry have taken him from the classroom to the mountains of Haiti and the cliffs of the Appalachian Trail.

John places great value on his vocation as a lay minister, and, specifically, in his focus on ministry to and with higher education. He is a proponent of ministry to the institution — which includes students, faculty, administrators, and staff. His preferred style is one of collaboration in team ministry. He is an avid reader and strongly believes in constant and continuing education in one’s field of expertise. His specialized focus in ministry is in the areas of hospitality, pastoral ministry, education, and scripture. John is married to Christine, and together, they have three children: Erica, Matthew, and Sarah.

Email: jscarano@jcu.edu Phone: 216.397.4701Schedule a meeting with John

Michelle Buehrer

Michelle joined the Campus Ministry staff in the Spring of 2022. She has a background in Early Childhood Education. She has always had a passion for helping students cultivate a love of learning and especially reading. She volunteered for many years in her children's school library. In her free time Michelle loves to spend time with her family, especially with her 3 very active daughters. Her personal interests include running, gardening and just being outdoors rain, snow or shine.

Phone: 216.397.4717 Email: mbuehrer@jcu.edu

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Anne completed her B.A. in Theology with a focus on World Religions and Peace, Justice, and Human Rights and an M.A. in Theology from Boston College with a focus on Church History. She graduated from the University of Notre Dame with her Ph.D. in Latin American History. She worked in Bolivia for a year at the rural branch of the Catholic University of Bolivia, recognized by the United Nations as one of the most successful institutions in the world for eradicating poverty. She strives to live by St. Ignatius’ assertion that our lives are not our own. Anne has been dedicated to Ignatian spirituality since her time at Boston College where the weekly prayer groups with the Jesuits instilled in her a passion to share her faith journey in community with others. She was very influenced by her campus ministry experiences at Boston College that included three Immersion trips to El Salvador and one to the Navajo Nation. These trips inspired her to pursue graduate studies in Latin American History. She also studied the history of the Jesuits in Rome in the Jesuit Archives and the Vatican Secret Archives. Along with her studies, Anne’s interest in Eastern religions and meditation have enriched her prayer life.

Anne believes in living a balanced lifestyle, which includes laughing often, taking time to eat well, exercising, and spending time with loved ones. She enjoys going for daily walks or runs, working in her garden, cooking, and sharing adventures with her husband, Scott, and their three kids.

Email: amcginness@jcu.edu Phone: 216.397.1995Schedule a meeting with AnneShe/her/hers

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Kathleen joined the JCU Campus Ministry department in the fall of 2019. After graduating from College of the Holy Cross with a degree in Religious Studies with a concentration in Peace and Conflict, she taught for a year before she returned for her Masters of Divinity from Boston College School of Theology and Ministry. Since graduating from Boston College, she has worked in Campus Ministry at all-girls high schools in Washington, DC and Cleveland. After formative experiences founded in Ignatian spirituality through faith sharing groups, Immersions, and retreats in college and graduate school, Kathleen is excited to work with liturgical and prayer experiences at John Carroll with students from all faith traditions. In her spare time, she loves to explore new places with her husband and two children, baking, and going for bike rides.

Email: ksardon@jcu.edu Phone: 216.397.4766Schedule a meeting with KathleenShe/her/hers

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Jurell is an alum of John Carroll University from 2010 and 2013. After graduating in 2010 Jurell moved to Detroit to work as a Jesuit Volunteer. He worked full-time at Detroit Cristo Rey High School teaching math and creative writing. He returned to John Carroll as a Resident Minister and as a Graduate Assistant for the Department of Theology. Upon graduating, he has worked as a youth minister and also as a theology teacher at St. Edward High School. Outside of work, Jurell runs a video production company and a ministry website called thelivingperson.com which challenges people to become fully alive through different community challenges.

Jurell lives in Strongsville with his wife Bridget (JCU Class of 2010) and their son Isaiah.

Email: jsison@jcu.edu Phone: 216.397.1506Schedule a meeting with JurellHe/him/his

Andrew Cera - Campus Ministry

Andrew is a Jesuit Regent preparing for priestly ordination in the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits). Most recently he completed MA studies in Philosophy and Christian Spirituality (concentrating in Spiritual Direction) at Fordham University in New York City. Andrew teaches Ignatian Spirituality in the Theology and Religious Studies Department; is an instructor in the Ignatian Spirituality Institute (ISI), which is a two-year spiritual direction training program; and is the director of the John Carroll student retreats. Andrew encourages you to reach out if you would like to learn more about spiritual direction or retreat opportunities. Current JCU retreat offerings are here.

Email: acera@jcu.edu Phone: 929-285-6728He/him/his

Fr. Bernard F. (Bernie) McAniff, S.J.

This year Fr. Bernie officially joins the Campus Ministry staff! He has been at John Carroll for ten years, more recently serving as the Assistant Dean of Students. Fr. Bernie is the chaplain and advisor for the Knights of Columbus and works regularly with the athletic teams. He will continue to minister to our students through various programs and liturgies throughout the year. His home city is Rochester, NY.

Email: bmcaniff@jcu.eduSchedule a meeting with Fr. Bernie

Sophie Rodgers

Sophie graduated from John Carroll University, in May 2021. At JCU, Sophie earned her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science, with a minor in Peace, Justice, & Human Rights.  She was an Arrupe Scholar and a Tour Guide. Sophie was very involved in Campus Ministry in her four years, both participating in and leading retreats and Immersions. She spent the last year engaged in post graduate volunteer service with the Colorado Vincentian Volunteers in Denver, Colorado. She is passionate about social justice, faith development, Ignatian spirituality, and the environment. She is excited to be back to help be a guide for other students in their JCU journey.

Email: srodgers@jcu.edu  

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Mo graduated from John Carroll University in 2020 after studying Classics and Chemistry. She was involved in many aspects of campus life, including Admissions, Student Engagement, Club Sports, and Campus Ministry through retreats and Immersions. She has a passion for sustainability, faith and spirituality, community, and social justice and looks forward to sharing those passions with students at JCU. By accompanying students on their own faith journeys, Mo hopes to be a resource as they explore all that John Carroll (and the world beyond) has to offer. 

Email: mreilly@jcu.eduSchedule a meeting with MoShe/her/hers

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Shelby graduated from Spring Hill College with a BS in Psychology in May of 2019. While she was there, she was actively involved in Campus Ministry and dedicated to tutoring students in middle and high school all four years. After graduating, Shelby joined the Jesuit Volunteer Corps, where she served in Syracuse, NY at an afterschool program for refugee youth. This experience led her to pursuing a Master’s in School Counseling through John Carroll University. Shelby is looking forward to joining the JCU and Campus Ministry community and she is bringing passions for social justice, service, community, and rom-com knowledge to the students she meets along the way.

Email: sdsmyth23@jcu.eduShe/her/hers

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Miles has a deep commitment to Jesuit values in his ninth year of Jesuit education. After graduating from St. Xavier High School in Cincinnati, Ohio, he attended Xavier University and got his Honors Bachelor of the Arts in Philosophy, Politics, and the Public. When faced with what to do after graduation, Miles's discernment led him to the Jesuit Volunteer Corps, where amidst the pandemic, he moved from Southwest Ohio to Houston, Texas, to live in intentional community and work at Cristo Rey Jesuit High School. Now, at John Carroll, Miles is pursuing his Masters in Theology and Religious Studies. He will be living in Murphy Hall. When not working or studying, Miles can always be found at an ice rink or reading about Dorothy Day.

Email: mtiemeyer24@jcu.eduHe/him/his

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Fr. Thomas Pipp, S.J. entered the Society of Jesus in 1981. He writes: I met the Jesuits when I was a Jesuit volunteer in Newark, NJ, from 1979-1981.  In Newark, I taught at an alternative junior high school.  Both the Jesuits and the Sisters of St. Dominic, who sponsored the school, presented me with a vibrant vision of religious life.  And so I entered the Jesuits in September 1981. 

Email: tpipp@jcu.edu