Anne Chrzan, D.Min (cand)
Anne Chrzan, D.Min (cand)Online Theology Program Director
DMin, (cand) Conferred May, 2024, Catholic Theological Union
MDiv, Loyola University
MHS, Governor State University
BA, St. Leo College

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achrzan@sjcme.edu

Since 2023, Anne has served as an adjunct theology professor for undergraduate and graduate students through the online theology department. Before arriving at Saint Joseph College, Anne taught distance learning courses through the University of St. Francis and the University of Notre Dame. She has taught Embracing the Mercy Tradition, Foundations of Catholic Theology, Catholic Campus Ministry, World Religions, Christianity in the Modern World, Youth Ministry 101, General Directory of Catechesis, and Women in the Bible. She has ministered in diocesan centers as the Director of Religious Education and Associate Director of the Institute for Diaconal Studies. She has also served as a pastoral associate, catechetical leader, high school theology teacher, and hospital chaplain.

She is in the final stages of completing her D.Min degree through the Catholic Theological Union with a specialization in educating for witness. Her dissertation: "Women of Witness: A Model of Ongoing Formation for Lay Ecclesial Ministers."

Anne, an Abenaki Native American, lives in Venice, Florida, with her husband, Jim. She has two adult children, Peter and Claire. Anne loves the outdoors, especially swimming and taking long walks with her family and dog. After spending several decades in the Chicago area, she is grateful for the beautiful weather in Florida.

She has a passion for evangelization in sharing the message of Jesus Christ to others. She is particularly drawn to service ministry in the agricultural communities of Florida. She has studied Ignatian spirituality and enjoys teaching others how to use the principles in their life.

Affiliations

NALM: National Association of Lay Ministers
American Academy of Religion

Recently Published Materials/Exhibits/Awards/Accolades

Welcome the Child, Baptism Preparation Program. Archdiocese of Chicago
Among Us, Harcourt Brace, 1994

Innovative Pedagogical Methods

Anne engages students using theological reflection by applying the intellectual, pastoral, spiritual, and human dimensions of formation as a method of integration.

Unique Excursions

Anne recently returned from Spain where she followed the footsteps of St. Ignatius.