About Us

A native of the Boston Metropolis, Ann’s studies at Middlebury College (BA), St Vladimir’s Seminary (MDiv), and Boston College (PhD) informs the design of the CrossRoad Institute. She also serves as the Director of the Office of Vocation & Ministry at Hellenic College Holy Cross, where she teaches Youth Ministry. It is Ann’s joy to follow the paths of CrossRoad alums & Telos young adults on their life journeys in all the diverse ways they work, serve, lead, and learn. The future is bright!

Jenny brings rooted focus in religious education curriculum design and production to the CRI mission, with degrees from Yale (BA, MAR), St Vladimir’s Seminary (MTh), and Union Theological Seminary (PhD), as well as experience working as a teacher, editor, author, and grant writer. She sees CRI programming as a gift—a chance to reflect honestly, act productively, and cultivate mutual love across generations in the Church.

Jason participated in the CrossRoad summer institute in 2006. He loved it so much, it just made sense when he returned to serve as a staff member in 2015, and as an Alumni Advisory Board member 2019–2021 and board chair. He is thrilled to continue the legacy of positive, transformational impact on the lives of Orthodox youth and young adults!

Jack is a CrossRoad Alumni, as he participated in the CrossRoad Summer Institute program in 2014. The program inspired him to study theology and enter a life of ministry. After attaining both a Bachelors in Religious Studies from Hellenic College, and a Master’s of Divinity from Holy Cross, Jack served as Pastoral Assistant and Youth Director of the Annunciation Cathedral in Boston. He is excited to serve a program that has served him so profoundly in his vocational journey and is ecstatic to walk with today’s youth on their vocational journey through Christ and His Church!

Anna began her journey with CrossRoad as a participant in 2005, and through CR alumni initiatives, was drawn to pursue ministry professionally. She earned her MDiv from Holy Cross in 2013 and has worked for CrossRoad Institute in leadership roles since 2011, constantly inspired by how investment with youth and young adults changes lives! She and her husband Fr. Kosmas live in the suburbs of Chicago with their two children.

Sarah had worked in education for 9 years serving as both teacher and administrator when she learned about CrossRoad when her nephew attended the inaugural session of CrossRoad San Francisco. She is passionately committed to building ministries that support youth and young adults in their growth in the Faith. Sarah currently lives in Raleigh, NC with her husband and two teenage daughters.

Kristi came to the CRI team with degrees in Political Science (BA) and Social Work (BS and MSW) and more than 25 years of nonprofit work. Kristi joined the CRI team after seeing its work in Chicago, realizing the critical nature of keeping children engaged in the faith. Kristi lives in the chicagoland area with her family.

A Rhode Island native of the Boston Metropolis, Sophia participated in CrossRoad in 2015. She has served as staff at three Orthodox summer camps, as an HCHC ambassador running youth retreats, and for three years as CrossRoad Summer Program Staff. She is excited to be part of CRI and make possible new opportunities in the world of youth and young adult ministry!

Deb has over 20 years of experience within business and non-profit communications. She is a mother of a CrossRoad alum, as well as an active member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Bethlehem, PA. Deb’s passion is empowering and teaching others to build authentic outreach.

Anna worked in higher education in various contexts before joining the CrossRoad team, a discovery thanks to her brother-in-law, a former CrossRoad Director. Having been Boston-based for 6 years, Anna now joyfully supports all aspects of tracking our alumni, families, and parishes from Greenville, SC where she attends St. John of the Ladder Orthodox Church.