Introducing Andrew McKernin
The USA Midwest Province Jesuits are pleased to welcome Andrew McKernin as the newest gift officer. McKernin comes to the Jesuits from Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago, where he managed the volunteer relations department and numerous client services. He highly values his Jesuit education, having received his undergraduate degree from Fordham University, and he looks forward to the opportunity to contribute to the USA Midwest Province Jesuits’ mission.
Fr. Jake Martin’s JFAN Events Attract Sold-Out Crowds
Comedian-turned-Jesuit Fr. Jake Martin, SJ, has been the presenter at Jesuit Friends and Alumni Network (JFAN) events in three midwestern cities recently, with more to come. In “A Jesuit Walks into a Bar,” Fr. Martin has performed “sit-down” comedy in front of sold-out crowds. With excitement, candor, and humor, Fr. Martin recalls his faith journey, from a cradle Catholic with devout grandparents to a non-religious comedian to being ordained as a Jesuit priest. Father Martin discusses the difference in the joy that he felt when he was working in comedy versus when he started to consider religious life. Disillusioned by the fleeting nature of success that comes with a career on the stage, Fr. Martin found that the joys and comfort of religious life last longer and come with greater satisfaction.