Torch Small Group
Bible Studies
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Mondays
at 5:15 PM
led by MADDY & Anthony
This small group will be diving into scripture and reflecting on how God is moving in our lives while also seeing how Jesus is pursuing our hearts.
Mondays
at 7 PM
led by federico
This small group will be focused on the parallels and applications between scripture and our personal lives, and bridging the gap between the two.
Mondays
at 7 PM
LED BY jacob & ethan
Our Bible study is for freshman and sophomore guys looking for a community to reconnect with or deepen their faith. We hope to build stronger relationships with the Lord together as brothers in Christ as well as bond outdoors with campfire nights and short hikes, diving deep into the story of salvation.
Tuesdays
at 6 PM
led by angel & sophia
Our small group is orientated for any underclassmen looking to grow in their faith and find a close community through Bible study. Join us to discuss, share, and meditate on scripture, as well as learn how to apply it in our daily lives.
Tuesdays
at 6 PM
led by julie & bekah
Our Bible study is for women who want to learn more about their faith and grow in deeper relationship and love with Jesus
Tuesdays at 7 PM
led by MIchael
This Bible study is for men seeking a deeper relationship with Christ and have a desire to be challenged to grow in holiness and leadership.
Women in
Greek Life: Tuesdays
at 7:30, 8 PM
LED BY LUCIA, rachel
Women in
Greek Life: Wednesdays
at 6 PM
led by Sydnee
I am super excited to be leading a small group to help women in Greek life learn more about the faith and grow their relationship with God!
Wednesdays
at 6 PM
led by veronica & Bella
Our small group hopes to foster a space for women to grow spiritually, walk in faith together, and reflect Christ’s love in college and beyond. We desire to embrace our faith with unwavering joy, hope, grace, and commitment to God.
Thursdays at 6 PM
led by Piper & isabella
This small group will be focused on our identity in Our Lord and how we are truly his beloved daughters through exploration of Holy scripture. So many people in the world do not know how much they are loved and we hope to create a space of openness that allows for the Holy Spirit to dwell within us as we dive into scripture to know the great love God has for each and everyone one of us.
Thursdays at 6 PM
LED BY mason & johnny
This Torch group will focus on understanding who Jesus is, and what that means in our lives. Mason and Johnny are two dudes who like to lift and play sports. We hope to hang out and do something active with the members of our group in addition to our Bible study.
Bilingual Spanish
led by paulina
Meet the Torch Small Group Leaders
Julie Rickel
BIBLE STUDY Co-LEADER
tuesDAYS AT 6 PM
I’m Juliana, a native Tucsonian. I’m currently on my 3rd year, and I just switched majors into Eller. I love playing the piano, hanging out with family, and cycling. You might see me teaching cycle classes at the rec!
Bekah Eubanks
BIBLE STUDY Co-LEADER
tuesDAYS AT 6 PM
Hey everyone! My name is Rebekah and I’m a senior studying voice and piano music education. I love finding new ways to incorporate music into prayer. In my free time I enjoy songwriting and hope to share God’s love through my creations. I also love reading and am always down to chat and share books recommendations! I can’t wait to meet some new friends and grow in faith together:)
Anthony Traicoff
BIBLE STUDY Co-LEADER
monDAYS AT 5:15 PM
Howdy! I’m Anthony and I am currently in my senior year at the College of Nursing. I have a passion for medicine and all things philosophy/theology. I am excited to be returning for a third year with the Torch Team here at the Newman Center in order to explore the richness of the Catholic faith and grow in fellowship with this community. In my limited free time, my hobbies include getting outdoors and working on/looking at classic cars.
Maddy Fischahs
BIBLE STUDY Co-LEADER
MONDAYS AT 5:15 PM
Hey! My name is Maddy Fischahs (“Fishes”) and I am from Tucson. I love to laugh and listen to stand-up comedy. I also enjoy line dancing and adventures! In my free time, I enjoy crocheting and going on walks.
Jacob Lee
BIBLE STUDY Co-LEADER
monDAYS AT 7 PM
Hey y’all, my name is Jacob! I’m a junior studying Biology with a Biomedical emphasis and a minor in Biochemistry. I was born and raised in Western Washington and came to Arizona for more sun! Some of my favorite things to do include baking banana bread, going hiking and swimming, getting boba tea, spending time with friends, and sharing my faith!
Ethan Carpenter
BIBLE STUDY Co-LEADER
monDAYS AT 7 PM
Hi, I’m Ethan and I am from Mission Viejo, California. I am a sophomore at the U of A this year studying Communications. In my free time I enjoy hiking, playing guitar, and sports out on the mall (especially spikeball)!
Veronica Hill
BIBLE STUDY Co-LEADER
wednesDAYS AT 6 PM
Hi everyone! My name is Veronica and I am a senior studying Biology. I am so excited to be able to grow with my Bible study this year in love and in service others! One of my favorite hobbies beyond spending time at Newman is drinking coffee and chatting, so let’s grab a cup together sometime!
Bella Vazquez
BIBLE STUDY Co-LEADER
wednesDAYS AT 6 PM
Hi everyone! My name is Bella and I’m a senior majoring in Anthropology with minors in Biochemistry and Spanish. I love to read, so if you ever need recommendations, I’m here to chat! I’m so excited to be a part of Newman and I hope to help others find the same community that I have here!
Federico Fernandez
BIBLE STUDY LEADER
monDAYS AT 7 PM
Hello, my name is Federico. I enjoy hiking, skiing, and hanging out with my friends. I chose to be a Torch leader because of how helpful it was for me as a freshman, and I wanted to help bring that experience to other people who were in my situation.
Lucia Aguilar-Astiazaran
BIBLE STUDY LEADER
tuesDAYS AT 7:30 PM
Hi, my name is Lucia and I’m so excited to be a Bible study leader again for my third year! I’m passionate about others diving into the word of God as it stands the test of time. I love being a part of Newman because I’m able to have an earthly community to lean on as we help each other get to heaven.
Piper Johnston
BIBLE STUDY co-LEADER
thursDAYS AT 6:00 PM
Hey y’all! My name is Piper and I’m a 4th year studying Speech, Language, and Hearing Science with a minor in Chemistry. I love trying new things, but in my personal time I love to get coffee/boba with my friends, spend time with Jesus in the chapel, and a good game of spike ball. I’m super passionate about showing others Christ’s love as well as having deep meaningful conversations about the faith, and I thank the Lord every day for the many encounters I have with amazing and wonderful people.
Isabella Way
BIBLE STUDY co-LEADER
thursDAYS AT 6:00 PM
Hi my name is Isabella! I’m a senior studying Studio Art and Cellular & Molecular Biology. I’m Byzantine Catholic so I love experiencing the fullness of the faith through both the Eastern and Western rites. I also love art in the church and pray with sacred art often. In my free time you can find me sitting in nature with a good book and a coffee.
Angel Rueda
BIBLE STUDY co-LEADER
tuesdAYS AT 6 PM
Hey, I’m Angel! I’m a sophomore majoring in Mechanical Engineering, planning to minor in Aerospace. I love attending the U of A and playing intramural sports, especially soccer, during my free time. On the weekends, I enjoy watching Formula 1 and going to local coffee shops/cafés.
Sophia Dodge
BIBLE STUDY co-LEADER
tuesdAYS AT 6 PM
Hey! My name is Sophia and I am a sophomore studying Art History and Spanish. In my free time I love to read and crochet! I also play piccolo in the Pride of Arizona Marching Band here, so spot me at any of the football games 🙂 I’m looking forward to growing in our faith together!
Rachel Stamer
BIBLE STUDY LEADER
tuesDAYS AT 8:00 PM
Hi!! I’m Rachel, I’m a sophomore from Tucson studying Physiology with hopes of becoming a physical therapist! I love hiking, line dancing, coffee and reading. I am so excited to grow closer to Jesus this year and to continue to learn about Him and His church! I can’t wait to grow in my faith with you!
Sydnee Wendel
BIBLE STUDY LEADER
WednesDAYS AT 6:00 PM
Hi! My name is Sydnee and I am a sophomore majoring in Pharmaceutical Sciences. In the future I want to work as a physician assistant. In my free time, I love line dancing, pickle ball, working out and spending time with my friends and family.
Michael Lamb
BIBLE STUDY LEADER
tuesdAYS AT 7 PM
Hi! My name is Michael and I am entering my third year at Newman. I am majoring in Business Management, but my interests also include reading, watching movies, and learning more about my Catholic faith! I am so excited to be more involved in Newman this year and look forward to making new friends!
Paulina Garcia
BIBLE STUDY LEADER
thursdAYS AT 6 PM
Morgan Miceli
torch co-advisor
My name is Morgan and I am a Co-Advisor for the Newman Torch Team. I am a senior studying Psychology, and I am from Prescott, Arizona! I love to paint, read, lift weights, and cook. You can find me spending time near the beach or underneath the stars, as well as with my friends! I want to be an example of Christ’s love to others through this work. I have been fortunate and blessed to experience Him, whether that be through art, travel, music, and other forms of beauty. I want to share this with others, so they can encounter Christ as well and experience his goodness. I am so happy and ecstatic to serve this year!
Katrina Vollmer
torch co-advisor
Hi! My name is Katrina Vollmer and I’m a senior from Flagstaff, AZ majoring in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Lately I’ve been enjoying tennis, trivia nights, and sharing a home-cooked meal with friends. As a Co-Advisor I am excited to pay forward what Newman has given to me through faith and community. One of my favorite phrases this year is “Know God, Know Thyself.” I hope to foster a culture on campus for students where faith is used as the basis to understand themselves and their purpose in the world.
It all comes down to one simple message: love!
Mason Kaminski
BIBLE STUDY co-LEADER
thursdAYS AT 6 PM
Hi! My name is Mason and I am a senior majoring in Neuroscience and minoring in Spanish and Biochemistry. I am from Scottsdale, Arizona, and hope to go to medical school after taking a gap year. I enjoy weightlifting, country swing dancing and playing guitar. I play intramural soccer and volleyball and enjoy the fellowship that sports can provide. I love diving deep into philosophy and theology with friends, encountering God through the true, good, and the beautiful. I look forward to meeting you and growing in faith together.
Johnny Lamm
BIBLE STUDY co-LEADER
thursdAYS AT 6 PM
Hey, my name is Johnny and I’m embarking on my 2nd year at the U of A. I am currently on a pre-health track for a degree in Biology with a Biomedical emphasis but also dabbling in some East Asian studies. Outside of school I enjoy working out, hiking and playing racquetball. Growing up I didn’t really understand the richness of the Catholic faith my later teen years with much thanks to the Newman Center. I am excited to share this same richness with others!
What is Torch Team?
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The Torch Team exists to witness transformation through developing a friendship with Jesus and one another in small group communities. We seek to be personally transformed in Christ by supporting each other as small group leaders, then journeying with students on campus as we encounter the Spirit of Truth in Jesus.
By joining a small group with two of our leaders, you can meet great, like-minded people, read the Bible together as a community, learn about yourself and others, and more!
Join us once a week at one of the times below for faith-based discussions and community! We’d love to have you!
Frequently Asked Questions
I’m a student, but I don’t attend the University of Arizona. Can I still come to small groups?
Yes! Small groups are open to students attending any institution of higher learning, whether online or in-person.
I’m a graduate student. Can I come?
Torch Small Groups are intended for undergraduate students ages 17-23. Graduate students or students older than 23 are encouraged to join the Young Adult Community, which hosts its own version of small groups. You can find more information (including a discord invite link) here!
I’m not Catholic. Am I welcome?
Emphatically, YES! We welcome everyone, including those who aren’t Catholic. We hope that you’ll make new friends and learn more about our faith by coming.
I don’t know a lot about the Bible; will that make me stand out?
No, it won’t! A fair percentage of a given small group has little to no prior knowledge of the Bible.
How long are small groups? / Do I need my own Bible?
Small groups are typically 60-90 minutes long, meeting weekly. Bibles are provided!