Emily Jendzejec

Emily Jendzejec is an Assistant Professor of Pastoral Studies at the College of Nursing and Health, Loyola University New Orleans. Her research bridges Catholic theology, religious education, and young adult ministry, focusing on fostering faith development amid religious disaffiliation and spiritual seeking. Contact: epjendze@loyno.edu.

• Ph.D. in Theology and Education, Boston College
• M.Div., Harvard Divinity School
• B.A. in History and Human Development, Boston College

Dr. Jendzejec’s work emphasizes creating transformative educational experiences for diverse Christian communities. She explores strategies to engage young adults through adaptive ministry frameworks, informed by her practical roles in parish ministry, multifaith chaplaincy, and retreat center leadership.

Scientific Awards:

• Faculty Award of Excellence (2024), College of Nursing and Health, Loyola University New Orleans

Her scholarship appears in Religions and the Journal for Catholic Higher Education, alongside resources like Young Adult Ministry in a Box. Professional experience includes executive leadership at the Ignatian Spirituality Center and chaplaincy work.