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I bring many credentials to the office at Oberlin. I am a certified pastoral minister in the Diocese of Cleveland. I earned my MA in Theology from St. Mary's Seminary and Graduate School of Theology. My area of concentration was Liturgy and Sacraments. Finally, I am a certified spiritual director through the Ignatian Spirituality Institute of John Carroll University. The ways I utilize the above credentials, to serve Oberlin as campus minister, include offering retreats and one-on-one spiritual direction. Sunday Liturgy on campus is important. I am always looking for ways to make that more vibrant, and include students in participatory roles. I look for ways to teach the faith, including an ExCo class on Discovering Catholicism. In addition, I am working on several Winter Term projects. Finally, programming is an important part of my job. I look for speakers who will enhance our faith, and broaden our understanding of the Catholic Church and its role in society. I enjoy meeting and getting to know students over a cup of coffee in one of Oberlin's comfortable shops. I've been married to Don for 32 years, and together we have two children: Deana and David. Deana is the light of my life, and David is the apple of my eye. I am blessed with several pets: Gracie the golden retriever, and Lilly my cat. I enjoy reading about my faith, and biographies, especially about my hero Robert Kennedy. I love walking and various other forms of exercise. I enjoy Nascar and visit several tracks each year. I especially enjoy foreign film, which has opened up new worlds to me. My office is in Wilder 217, and I invite you to stop by and visit. I'm never too busy to stop and hear what's on your mind. Please attend Newman events as you are able, including Sunday Liturgy.
Debbie Dacone |
Hi, I'm Debbie Dacone, the Newman Catholic
Campus Minister at Oberlin College. This is my second year at
Oberlin, although I have served in various ministries since 1994.
Most recently, before coming to Oberlin, I taught high school theology,
and especially enjoyed and miss the classroom. I love teaching
because I love learning.