Meet your CWP Members!
Get to know your fellow CWP friends. Each month we will highlight a member here. We look forward to building community with you!
Name: Denice Twyman
What do you do for work: God had a different plan for me; I went to Medical School, but now I am a teacher for the elementary grade, and I work at STA Catholic Church in Camas. I am also working on getting my teacher certification in ELL and ELEM. I work with a great team in both places. We share the same passion for learning and our love for our Faith and how to share it better with our children, the next generation.
Favorite part of the job: Serve those around me, and have direct contact with the families. Every day I have the blessing to see those around me grow in different areas in their lives. I think that is my favorite part.
Favorite way to evangelize at Work: Try to be there, smile, cry, or pray when they need it. I know that sometimes it appears that I am always busy, but I m a sure that God always sends me where he wants me to be a server
Favorite hobbies: I like to read, craft (making cards with my girls), and write small notes to those around me with the hope of bringing their joyful moments. Spend time with my family and friends, watching movies, playing board games, camping, etc.
Favorite saint or faith activity: OH! I have a long list, but my top one, La Virgen de Guadalupe, has always been interceding for me. St. Juan Pablo II always inspires me to see the best in those around me. St. Joseph is a model worker, and recently St. Thomas Aquinas has been a patron of students.
How to connect: denice.twyman@gmail.com
What do you do for work: God had a different plan for me; I went to Medical School, but now I am a teacher for the elementary grade, and I work at STA Catholic Church in Camas. I am also working on getting my teacher certification in ELL and ELEM. I work with a great team in both places. We share the same passion for learning and our love for our Faith and how to share it better with our children, the next generation.
Favorite part of the job: Serve those around me, and have direct contact with the families. Every day I have the blessing to see those around me grow in different areas in their lives. I think that is my favorite part.
Favorite way to evangelize at Work: Try to be there, smile, cry, or pray when they need it. I know that sometimes it appears that I am always busy, but I m a sure that God always sends me where he wants me to be a server
Favorite hobbies: I like to read, craft (making cards with my girls), and write small notes to those around me with the hope of bringing their joyful moments. Spend time with my family and friends, watching movies, playing board games, camping, etc.
Favorite saint or faith activity: OH! I have a long list, but my top one, La Virgen de Guadalupe, has always been interceding for me. St. Juan Pablo II always inspires me to see the best in those around me. St. Joseph is a model worker, and recently St. Thomas Aquinas has been a patron of students.
How to connect: denice.twyman@gmail.com
Name: Claudia Gould
What do you do for Work:
I'm a financial adviser/planner in Australia. I help my clients navigate the complexity around investments, retirement planning, insurances, superannuation and estate planning as part of holistic financial planning advice.
Favorite part of job:
Right now I'm enjoying the challenge of starting my own practice which is fairly new, having commenced in June last year. Doing public speaking engagements in various forums, networking and general business development haven't been my focus prior in my career and I am enjoying getting away from being focused almost exclusively on technical work. But I still enjoy the client contact and explaining strategy in a way that facilitates good decision making for clients.
Favorite way to evangelize at work: This is something I am still figuring out, I am sorry to say. I certainly don't hide my faith, but other than in rare moments of conversation with colleagues I've not been forthcoming about how important Jesus is to me. At the moment it's important for me to love others by caring for them and making time and effort to listen and help whenever there is a need. I think loving is what we are to be in the workplace and the most effective evangelisation. I know this requires speaking up too... I'm getting there.
Favorite saint or faith activity: St Joseph, patron saint of workers has recently meant more to me as I feel I am embracing my work more as a vocation. Mother Teresa's life of service is also a big inspiration.
How to Connect: Contact Claudia at - Flourish - Life. Wealth.
What do you do for Work:
I'm a financial adviser/planner in Australia. I help my clients navigate the complexity around investments, retirement planning, insurances, superannuation and estate planning as part of holistic financial planning advice.
Favorite part of job:
Right now I'm enjoying the challenge of starting my own practice which is fairly new, having commenced in June last year. Doing public speaking engagements in various forums, networking and general business development haven't been my focus prior in my career and I am enjoying getting away from being focused almost exclusively on technical work. But I still enjoy the client contact and explaining strategy in a way that facilitates good decision making for clients.
Favorite way to evangelize at work: This is something I am still figuring out, I am sorry to say. I certainly don't hide my faith, but other than in rare moments of conversation with colleagues I've not been forthcoming about how important Jesus is to me. At the moment it's important for me to love others by caring for them and making time and effort to listen and help whenever there is a need. I think loving is what we are to be in the workplace and the most effective evangelisation. I know this requires speaking up too... I'm getting there.
Favorite saint or faith activity: St Joseph, patron saint of workers has recently meant more to me as I feel I am embracing my work more as a vocation. Mother Teresa's life of service is also a big inspiration.
How to Connect: Contact Claudia at - Flourish - Life. Wealth.
Name: Gilda Rose
What do you do for Work:
I'm a Counseling Psychologist with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. In my private practice I see Individuals both young and wise and occasionally couples and families. I love conducting workshops and training on topics ranging from parenting to Mental health to work-life balance. My favorite audience is one where I can overtly talk about psychology and Catholic spirituality.
Favorite part of job:
I love that I get to share in the personal lives of my clients. The trust they put in me is truly humbling, areas they let me witness is a privilege and motivates me to keep growing myself.
Favorite way to evangelize at work: My personal journey is a testimony of a healthy combination of Psychology and Spirituality. It allows me to bring in saint quotes or Bible verses into my sessions and speaking engagements. I also have a ministry, supporting and strengthening the faith of Parents of young ones and helping them in their journey to bring Jesus to the youngest members of our Catholic family.
Favorite hobbies: Writing, art, Music. Travelling, adventure sports and making authentic connections with people. Crochet and books are all things I love.
Favorite saint or faith activity: This is a hard one. Different saints have inspired me at different times in my life. St. Augustine, St. Francis, St. Anthony, St. Padre Pio, St. Teresa of Avila, St. Joseph, St. Rita, St. Zita, St. Mother Teresa, St. Faustina and most recently St. Jane Chantal has intrigued me.
How to Connect: Contact Gilda at www.gildarose.com
What do you do for Work:
I'm a Counseling Psychologist with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. In my private practice I see Individuals both young and wise and occasionally couples and families. I love conducting workshops and training on topics ranging from parenting to Mental health to work-life balance. My favorite audience is one where I can overtly talk about psychology and Catholic spirituality.
Favorite part of job:
I love that I get to share in the personal lives of my clients. The trust they put in me is truly humbling, areas they let me witness is a privilege and motivates me to keep growing myself.
Favorite way to evangelize at work: My personal journey is a testimony of a healthy combination of Psychology and Spirituality. It allows me to bring in saint quotes or Bible verses into my sessions and speaking engagements. I also have a ministry, supporting and strengthening the faith of Parents of young ones and helping them in their journey to bring Jesus to the youngest members of our Catholic family.
Favorite hobbies: Writing, art, Music. Travelling, adventure sports and making authentic connections with people. Crochet and books are all things I love.
Favorite saint or faith activity: This is a hard one. Different saints have inspired me at different times in my life. St. Augustine, St. Francis, St. Anthony, St. Padre Pio, St. Teresa of Avila, St. Joseph, St. Rita, St. Zita, St. Mother Teresa, St. Faustina and most recently St. Jane Chantal has intrigued me.
How to Connect: Contact Gilda at www.gildarose.com
Name: Tracy Thorne
What do you do for Work:
I’ve been practicing traditional Japanese Acupuncture and Classical Chinese herbal medicine for 17 years in Portland, OR. My clinic is essentially a family practice and my patients range from babies to the elderly, acute and chronic conditions. I enjoy supporting my patients in all aspects of their health with a strong emphasis on nutrition and exercise.
Favorite part of job: I really enjoy helping patients reframe their situation, set up a plan that includes integrating their Western medical care and encouraging them with information that empowers their ability to make changes. What I value most about practicing traditional medicine is best summed up by a teacher in the family of styles that I practice, Okade Meiyu Sensei (1940) “[The practice of Acupuncture] involves always maintaining the humble attitude of being given the honor of adjusting the patient’s Qi through acupuncture…and affectionately being present in the moment with a pure heart, evoking in the patient the longed-for feeling of relief.”
Favorite way to evangelize at work:
It’s very tricky to discuss religion or faith in a clinical setting. The subject sometimes come up because people see my theology degree listed in my credentials. The reaction really runs a whole range of response. One patient noticed my miraculous medal and asked about it. He was visibly horrified :) when I explained it. He never came back even with a follow up email. Once I worked with a young cancer patient who was dying and needed help with fatigue and pain relief. She was a devout Christian who was open to me being Catholic and sincerely wanted to talk about Jesus during the treatment. That journey with her was a profound blessing. Most often, if I know that someone is a person from a faith tradition I will offer to pray for them regarding a loss in their life or a significant challenge. Lastly, It is a regular practice of mine to go to the shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows (The Grotto) in Portland and light a candle for all my patients.
Favorite hobbies:
For better or worse, much of my hobby time is spent studying to increase my skills in my practice. I participate in collaborative study groups for Chinese Medicine. Otherwise, I enjoy fitness, sports and dance and look forward to the increased freedom to do these in a group setting this coming year.
Favorite saint or faith activity:
Reading about the saints has long been a past time of mine. There are so many great heroes in our tradition. Some of the top Saints for me: St. Teresa of Avila, St. Therese, St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Hildegard von Bingen, St. Brigid of Sweden, St. Catherine of Alexandria, St. Joan of Arc, St. Thomas Aquinas…sorry…there’s more, but I’ll stop here.
How to Connect: Contact Tracy at Home | Tracy Thorne Acupuncture
What do you do for Work:
I’ve been practicing traditional Japanese Acupuncture and Classical Chinese herbal medicine for 17 years in Portland, OR. My clinic is essentially a family practice and my patients range from babies to the elderly, acute and chronic conditions. I enjoy supporting my patients in all aspects of their health with a strong emphasis on nutrition and exercise.
Favorite part of job: I really enjoy helping patients reframe their situation, set up a plan that includes integrating their Western medical care and encouraging them with information that empowers their ability to make changes. What I value most about practicing traditional medicine is best summed up by a teacher in the family of styles that I practice, Okade Meiyu Sensei (1940) “[The practice of Acupuncture] involves always maintaining the humble attitude of being given the honor of adjusting the patient’s Qi through acupuncture…and affectionately being present in the moment with a pure heart, evoking in the patient the longed-for feeling of relief.”
Favorite way to evangelize at work:
It’s very tricky to discuss religion or faith in a clinical setting. The subject sometimes come up because people see my theology degree listed in my credentials. The reaction really runs a whole range of response. One patient noticed my miraculous medal and asked about it. He was visibly horrified :) when I explained it. He never came back even with a follow up email. Once I worked with a young cancer patient who was dying and needed help with fatigue and pain relief. She was a devout Christian who was open to me being Catholic and sincerely wanted to talk about Jesus during the treatment. That journey with her was a profound blessing. Most often, if I know that someone is a person from a faith tradition I will offer to pray for them regarding a loss in their life or a significant challenge. Lastly, It is a regular practice of mine to go to the shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows (The Grotto) in Portland and light a candle for all my patients.
Favorite hobbies:
For better or worse, much of my hobby time is spent studying to increase my skills in my practice. I participate in collaborative study groups for Chinese Medicine. Otherwise, I enjoy fitness, sports and dance and look forward to the increased freedom to do these in a group setting this coming year.
Favorite saint or faith activity:
Reading about the saints has long been a past time of mine. There are so many great heroes in our tradition. Some of the top Saints for me: St. Teresa of Avila, St. Therese, St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Hildegard von Bingen, St. Brigid of Sweden, St. Catherine of Alexandria, St. Joan of Arc, St. Thomas Aquinas…sorry…there’s more, but I’ll stop here.
How to Connect: Contact Tracy at Home | Tracy Thorne Acupuncture
Name: Liz Montigny
What do you do for Work:
I am a licensed Ziglar Life Coach. I coach Catholic working moms to drop hustle for hope so they can actually live their dreams.
Favorite part of job:
My job is a win-win! I help my clients rediscover hope in their lives and they inspire me with their desire and grit.
Favorite way to evangelize at work:
So much of what I do is rooted in good spiritual habits. Encouraging clients to pray, take personal time, and serve others is joy for me. Recently I wrapped up a Lectio Divina coaching program and that was really powerful for not only my clients but me too. The Word is truly alive!
Favorite hobbies:
I'm building up a theatre ministry based on the mysteries of the Rosary. (I'd say it's more than a hobby.) A lot of what I enjoy is rooted in the arts. Reading and watching historical fiction, sipping tea in the sun, long walks, and any time I can get to a beach is a good time.
Favorite saint or faith activity:
Our Catholic culture is so rich, it's hard for me to pick a saint but St. Catherine of Siena and Joan of Arc are always on my list. St. Catherine has so many deep one liners and Joan of Arc is the definition of obedience and bravery. I'm a huge fan of Adoration (tip: schedule it or you won't go) and novenas. My friends consider me a prayer warrior.
How to Connect: Contact Liz at lizmontignycoaching.com
What do you do for Work:
I am a licensed Ziglar Life Coach. I coach Catholic working moms to drop hustle for hope so they can actually live their dreams.
Favorite part of job:
My job is a win-win! I help my clients rediscover hope in their lives and they inspire me with their desire and grit.
Favorite way to evangelize at work:
So much of what I do is rooted in good spiritual habits. Encouraging clients to pray, take personal time, and serve others is joy for me. Recently I wrapped up a Lectio Divina coaching program and that was really powerful for not only my clients but me too. The Word is truly alive!
Favorite hobbies:
I'm building up a theatre ministry based on the mysteries of the Rosary. (I'd say it's more than a hobby.) A lot of what I enjoy is rooted in the arts. Reading and watching historical fiction, sipping tea in the sun, long walks, and any time I can get to a beach is a good time.
Favorite saint or faith activity:
Our Catholic culture is so rich, it's hard for me to pick a saint but St. Catherine of Siena and Joan of Arc are always on my list. St. Catherine has so many deep one liners and Joan of Arc is the definition of obedience and bravery. I'm a huge fan of Adoration (tip: schedule it or you won't go) and novenas. My friends consider me a prayer warrior.
How to Connect: Contact Liz at lizmontignycoaching.com
