About Me
I consider myself in full time ministry. I serve as the Director of Christian Education at Providence Assembly of God, an inner-city congregation. I have led bible studies for all ages for the last 30 years. During the work week, I'm a Senior Education Specialist for Private Healthcare Systems, where I do training and instructional design. Why full time ministry? I believe I should reflect Christ wherever I am, whatever I'm doing. First and foremost, I consider myself centered in Christ.

Family
"Their descendants will be known among the nations and their offspring among the peoples. All who see them will acknowledge that they are a people the LORD has blessed." --Isaiah 61:9

I have been married to Dr. Michael Marrapodi since August 1977. He works as Headmaster at Westgate Christian School in Natick, MA; and is on the faculty of Dean College and the University of Phoenix. We have two grown children, Jessica and Eric.

Jessica is married to Andre Everette, and they make their home in Providence, RI. They are the parents of three children, Micah, Rachel, and Noah with number four due in January 2007.

Eric got married to Dawn Stinton in August 2004. They live in New Orleans where he works as the producer for the CNN news bureau there. Eric has always been a people person, and this is truly a place he belongs in. He thrives on the hustle-bustle of the broadcasting industry.

We also have two cats, Faith and Charity. Michael calls the little one Squeaky since she is always seeking attention. Shouldn't that be the way it is with our Faith? Charity, on the other hand waits paitiently for us to attend to her.

For additional information, contact
Jean Marrapodi, Executive Director
96 Ravenswood Avenue, Providence, RI  02908
rejoicer@aol.com