CLERGY & STAFF
Fr. Brian McNavish
Fr. Michael Bremer
In a word, “together” is the best description of how Fr. Michael got here: together with God. Fr. Michael went to UGA as an undergraduate, and it was in that context, he received the call to priesthood and was solidly convinced of God’s existence. Having been ordained since 2018, he now finds himself ministering in the same place where he was generously ministered. Fr. Michael is grateful to serve the Catholic Center. Go Dawgs, and Go God.
Sr. Uyen-Chi Dang
Jenni Toutkoushian
Bob Chirello
Lynn Renna
This August begins Lynn’s 7th year as Director of Religious Education at the Catholic Center. Her time in RE has been challenging/rewarding, spiritual/passionate, tiresome/enjoyable, but always a true blessing. When her friends’ comment, “Why are you always here?” she replies, “Cause I love it!” Working with a great staff, caring priests, helpful college students, wonderful RE families, and CC friends makes this her home away from home. She has come prepared with 40 years of teaching experience in public and catholic schools. She has been taught by the Sisters of Mercy, IHM, Dominican, and Notre Dame from 1st grade to 12th grade in Baltimore, Miami Beach, and Hollywood. The best part of her day is walking into the CC, being greeted with a big hello from Jenni, and then getting to work for the Lord.
Suzie Blaydes
Cherie Frankson
Cherie Frankson has worked as an administrative assistant at the Catholic Center at UGA for over 3 years. She enjoys visiting and helping the students as well as the premiant members. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology. She has been in the Athens area nearly 20 years. She feels blessed to be part of the staff and community here at the Catholic Center.
Dan Marcacci
Rachel Lichtenwalner
Paige Clarke
Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Paige Clarke moved to Athens in 2021 to study Journalism at The University of Georgia. Paige began working for the Catholic Center in April 2024 in Promotions and Special Projects where she gets to use her skills of writing, storytelling, and communication to spread her faith throughout the UGA community. In her free time, Paige enjoys walking on Milledge, cooking for her roommates, and reading mystery novels. Paige is delighted to be a part of the CC team!
Alexa Cullom
Alexa is an Athens native and UGA grad. She is currently working on her PhD in Geography. As kitchen manager, she loves to feed the community here at the Catholic Center. Outside of the CC, Alexa enjoys reading, paddle boarding, and spending time with friends and family, including husband, Ryan, and 2 year old daughter.
Sonny Fincher
Sonny Fincher
Facilities Manager
Sonny Fincher was born and raised in Macon, GA. He was drafted into the US Army in 1968 and served for 20 years, retiring in 1988 at the University of Georgia. During his service, he had tours in Vietnam, three tours in Germany, and various stateside assignments. After retiring from the Army, he taught high school JROTC in Athens for 22 years and retired in 2010. He is married to Frances Fincher and they have three children and seven grandchildren. From 2012 to 2017, he worked at the Catholic Center and then again from 2020 until now.