OUR INTERNS & RESIDENTS

Hi! I’m Lucas Gonzalez from El Paso, Texas. I currently attend Tufts University, where I study Economics and Finance, and I’m also part of the Tufts football team. Being part of a team has taught me a great deal about discipline, perseverance, and collaborating with others toward a common goal. I’m excited to join Casas por Cristo because I have always wanted to serve people in need and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. I know this experience will help me grow as a person, but even more importantly, grow closer to God. I’m very excited, grateful, and blessed for this opportunity to serve God and be part of something bigger than myself!

Hi! My name is Heath. I’m from Moberly, Missouri, and I’m a student at Hannibal-LaGrange University. I decided to become an intern because I really want to grow in my faith, step outside of my comfort zone, and serve others in a tangible way. I feel like this opportunity is a way for me to be stretched and to follow where God is leading me. In my free time, I enjoy working out, competing in throwing events, and spending time with friends. I also love opportunities to serve and connect with others. I’m really looking forward to this experience, growing as a person, and getting to love and serve people well through this internship!

Hi! I am Mary. I grew up in Macomb, Illinois where I now attend Western Illinois University, studying Art and Nutrition. I am an art loving, Jesus loving girl, who is very passionate about missions and working in ministry. I strive to use the gifts God gave me as a creative to further His kingdom. Even before going on a Casas trip with my campus ministry in December of 2024, I felt God calling me to an internship with Casas which He has been preparing me for ever since. I truly am so excited for the opportunity and blessing to work alongside those with such a servant’s heart!

Hi, I’m Hannah! I’m from St. Louis, Missouri. I’m a junior at Concordia University, Irvine, and I’m studying Theological Studies to work in a church as a Director of Christian Education. I have had many fantastic experiences doing builds with Casas Por Cristo, which has encouraged me to be a summer intern. I also want to gain incredible ministry experiences and grow in my walk with Christ. I love to dance, play spikeball, be with friends, and go to the beach. In my life, God has been faithful beyond measure, and I can’t wait to see how He moves this summer!

Hi! My name is Erin. I’m from a beautiful small town in Wyoming. I absolutely love the Spanish language, and I have wanted to serve as a missionary my whole life – which is why I am incredibly excited to get to work in Guatemala this summer with Casas! I visited Guatemala on a missions trip with my church this past summer, and I cannot wait to go back. I love being outdoors, skiing, hiking, rock climbing, and enjoying God’s creation. I can’t wait to see what God does this summer!

Hello! I am Nicholas, I am from Moab Utah, I’ve done Casa’s trips with my church before and they really impacted how I view life and how I approach people. Growing up in Moab anything you can think of doing outside is outside my back door. So I love anything outside, and I off-road a ton in an old Toyota Landcruiser! It just can’t be beat!

Hey guys! I’m Jessiah Keller. I’m from Danville, Virginia. I was first introduced to Casas por Cristo back in 2021 when I was still in high school. During that trip, I was able to be a part of a build for one of the local pastors in the Dominican Republic. After I graduated high school I was lost and looking for a path. That’s when I found an invitation to be an intern in my old journal from high school. After that, I did an internship for Casas in 2023 in the DR and now I’m following God back down there again as a resident!

Hello, My name is Jon. I love music, hanging out with friends, sports, music, and serving others. I was born in Bogota, Colombia and grew up in Northboro Massachusetts. After my one week Casas mission trip with my youth group, I wanted to come back and serve by doing a building mission trip and I am blessed to be given the opportunity. I am excited to see how God will shape me through this and how God will work through me. I am excited to see the work I can do for Christ, and looking forward to helping grow God’s kingdom.

Hi, my name is Andrew, I go by Drew. I am from Overland Park, Kansas and I am currently a Freshman at Kansas State University. I’m a man of God pursuing leadership and humility for the Lord. God has given me a love for others and a command to make disciples who make disciples. And I’m very grateful for this opportunity to serve others and show them the love of God!

Hello, I am Kelsey! I am from Mount Carmel, Illinois. I have a deep passion to serve the Lord with everything I can. I want to share the joy and love that Christ has given me and gives others. I love baking, reading, weight lifting, and most importantly growing in my faith. I am excited and beyond blessed to have this opportunity to serve!

Hi everyone! My name is Ethan Osborne, and I’m from Mt. Zion, Illinois. I’ve been blessed to grow up in a Christ-centered home with my two amazing parents and my younger brother. In 2023, I went on my first mission trip to Juarez, Mexico, and the experience impacted me deeply. Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to go on two more builds in Acuña. Ever since returning, I’ve felt the Lord calling me to serve more in missions. I’m excited to see how God will use me and the gifts He’s given me to further His kingdom throughout this internship.

Hi, my name’s Joshua Peavy and I grew up in Phoenix, Arizona and as a child of parents who are involved with missions, I have always had a heart for international missions and supporting the church and spreading the gospel as the great commission commands. I’m looking forward to this internship for the impact I hope to make and my own personal growth and spiritual maturity.

Hey y’all! I am Annie, and I’m from Holts Summit, Missouri. I’ve known from since I was young that the Lord gave me a heart to serve. I love to see what can happen when people submit their paths to Christ and what He does. I started going on mission trips with Casas in 2019 and I got to do that with my brother and sister. Every trip God did something different. I’ve always loved working but I’m excited to get this opportunity to work hard for the Lord. I’m excited to share the love our Heavenly Father gives us every day. I’m just one of the many hands and feet of Jesus. Beyond exited to watch Him change lives!

Hello. My name is Jocelynn. I am from Urbana, Indiana. I have decided this year to say yes to Jesus anytime He is wanting me to do something, even if it may seem scary, out of my comfort zone, or a bold decision. I took a mission trip to Guatemala with my church this year, and fell in all over again with missionary work. Jesus kept opening the doors for this internship, so I am continuing to walk through them. For the past nine months, I have been a stay at home dog mom. I knew that I wanted to do something that I love doing every day, so when I got back from Guatemala, I decided that missionary work is something that I am very passionate about pursuing. I am so excited to see where Jesus leads me during these three months.

Hi, I am Jacob Shaffer and I’ve spent most of my life in Pella, IA. I currently attend Northwestern College in Orange City, IA. I enjoy running and playing paddle sports. I decided to be an intern because of the experience. By experience, I mean learning more about finance within a non-profit, experience in a city and state I am unfamiliar with, and experience working with a missions organization. I am excited to see how the Lord will work through all these new experiences throughout this internship.

Hi! I’m Hannah, I grew up in Lapeer, Michigan and have lived in that area my whole life. I went to school at Central Michigan University and graduated in 2020. Since graduating college, I’ve worked in engineering/manufacturing and have recently felt a tug on my heart to pursue serving God in a more tangible way. I believe this internship will be an amazing opportunity to do just that. This is definitely out of my comfort zone, but I am excited to see how my relationship with God grows and how He will use me this summer.

Hi y’all! My name’s Chase, and I’m from Pottstown, Pennsylvania. I’m currently attending Montgomery County Community College with an undecided major. I’ve always wondered what the Lord’s plan for me is, and I’m excited He’s blessed me with this opportunity to work with Casas Por Cristo! I feel the Lord has been calling me to work alongside Casas since the summer of 2024 during my first mission trip with them. I’m incredibly excited to see His work done through us, and to see how He strengthens us!

Hey! My name is Hamlin Wing. I recently graduated from college with my Construction Technology degree, and now I am so excited to spend the next leg of my journey together with y’all, my brothers and sisters in Christ. I grew up in Buffalo, Wyoming, a small town with fewer than 5,000 people. Growing up in such a small town has led many of us students to look elsewhere in the world for further growth. For me, I’ve always had a true desire to serve and share the love of God! And with such a heart for others around me, I now want to see new places all over the world and love people like Christ did! I’m truly excited about this next adventure in my own life. I strive to walk in love by His direction and to serve Him in all that I do. I am so very blessed to have the opportunity to work with Casas and build Homes for the sake of Christ and for all of God’s children!