Monique Jacobs is a first generation American and, as such, experiences culture, faith, and identity from a broad and rich perspective. Monique has been engaged in professional active ministry in the church for 40+ years, both as a religious sister for almost 20 years and, now, as an active laywoman. She also accompanies people as a Spiritual Director using Ignatian methods and spirituality. Her joy is to serve as an advocate for and companion to others, highlighting their gifts and helping to build up the body of Christ. In her spare time, she loves to read, sketch, bike, and hike in the Sierra Nevada. Monique is the Director of Mission and Identity for Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada.