Thank You, ICA Students!

This year, we were grateful to welcome two work study students from ICA Cristo Rey High School to our parish office team. Many of you had the chance to meet Ari, a senior, and Kathya, a freshman, through their work at the front desk, their help caring for our church building, and from thank-you calls to parish donors.

Both students brought a thoughtful, steady presence to their roles and contributed meaningfully to the daily life of the parish. Reflecting on her experience, Ari shared that she discovered she is both capable of and enjoys working independently, especially during time spent in the church itself. She will be attending UCSB, where she plans to explore studies in marine sciences.

Kathya noted that working at the reception desk “helped me come out of my shell and share more of myself with others.” She also appreciated the opportunity to take initiative in both administrative work and helping rotate our church’s liturgical environment.

We are thankful for their time with us and wish them both every success in the years ahead!

To learn more about ICA Cristo Rey’s Corporate Work Study program, visit icacristorey.org. A school representative, Pat Dalao, will also join us for all Masses on May 17-18 to share more!

Patrick Kennedy, 

Director of Advancement