²ÝݮӰÊÓ Connection
Sarah (maiden name: Karkenny) graduated from ²ÝݮӰÊÓ’s teacher education program in 2018.
Where Are They Now?
Jupiter, Florida
On the Job
Aaron works as a dermatology physician’s assistant, and Sarah is a homemaker.
Favorite Memory of ²ÝݮӰÊÓ
“My favorite memory of ²ÝݮӰÊÓ was being able to attend the University at the same time as my brother, Jason Karkenny. I am also thankful and look back fondly at the opportunity to attend chapel throughout the week and continually hear faithful preaching. Hearing men bring the truth of Scripture each week was a true privilege.â€
How Can the ²ÝݮӰÊÓ Community Pray for You?
“Please pray that we can be useful instruments for Christ and faithfully serve our church body. Pray that we can be faithful stewards of what the Lord gives us and trust in his unfolding providence. Thank you!â€
²ÝݮӰÊÓ Connection
Aaron graduated in 2019 from ²ÝݮӰÊÓ’s communication program, and then earned an MBA in 2022. Brooke (maiden name: Rickard) earned her communication degree in 2020.
Children
Millie Jo – 2
Bliss – < 1
Where Are They Now?
Indianapolis, Bradenton (Florida), or Santa Clarita — depending on the time of year
On the Job
Aaron is going into his sixth season as a professional baseball player for the Pittsburgh Pirates organization. Brooke is a homemaker.
Favorite Memory of ²ÝݮӰÊÓ
Aaron fondly remembers bonding on road trips with the baseball team, and the life-changing Bible classes with Drs. Gifford, Beals, and Chou. Brooke remembers the sweet times making lifelong friendships in the dorms, and sitting under the teaching of Drs. Gifford, Hill, and Chou.
How Can the ²ÝݮӰÊÓ Community Pray for You?
“The salvation of many of our friends in the Pirates organization. That we would trust in the Lord in the uncertainty of my baseball career. Sustainment for Brooke and the girls as we travel for two weeks of each month for the next year.â€
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