Ellen Romer Niemiec earned a BA in French and Religious Studies with a concentration in Ethics and Social Justice from DePaul University and a Master of Divinity with a certificate in Religion and Conflict Transformation as well as a Post-Master’s Certificate in Spiritual Formation from Boston College. Ellen currently serves in enrollment management at Catholic Theological Union. She has pastoral experience in retreats, international immersions, non-violence work in correctional facilities, program development, and spiritual direction. She has written prayers and other spiritual reflections for Wisdom’s Dwelling, Catholic Health Association, GIA publications, FemCatholic, and America Media. Her passions lie in the accompaniment and formation of young adults, especially in regard to spirituality and vocational discernment. Ellen currently resides in Chicago with her spouse and three children and is pursuing a Doctor of Ministry at Catholic Theological Union. You can follow her on Instagram @yellowhelen