17-JULY-26 (Phoenix) – In 2023, Br. Christopher professed his first vows on the Feast Day of St. Odilia, patroness of the Crosier Order. Now, three years later on the eve of his anniversary, he confidently renewed his vows to Conventual Prior Alex Juguilon, osc, in the presence of his Crosier confreres, family, members of the Companions of the Holy Cross and Crosier friends. The ceremony took place on July 17 during the evening conventual Eucharist at the Priory Church of the Holy Cross in Phoenix.
“Br. Christopher’s renewal is a beautiful witness to faithfulness, growth and trust in God,” said Conventual Prior Alex Juguilon, osc. “This brings us such joy and hope. His example encourages all of us to listen for God’s voice and remain open to where God is leading us.”
As part of his post-novitiate formation, Br. Christopher completed an extended Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) program at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center (Minn.) and is currently serving in a three-month summer intensive CPE experience at Banner University Medical Center in Phoenix. His other ministries include assisting in the Crosiers’ elder care, serving as a spiritual director and assisting in the conventual priory’s development office.
A native of Phoenix, Br. Christopher is the son of Linda and Raymond Erran. He attended St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Elementary School, South Mountain High School and Arizona State University (ASU) where he graduated in 1999 with Bachelor of Science degree in recreation management. In 2003, he earned his master’s degree in counseling psychology from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona.
Before entering the Order, Br. Christopher worked in various roles within higher education including student service, recruitment, outreach and retention. He also worked at ASU and for different campuses within the Maricopa Community College District including Rio Salado College, Phoenix College and South Mountain Community College. He has three brothers who all reside in Phoenix: Raymond, Gary and Eric. Br. Christopher’s interests include the arts, music, seeing good movies, spending time with family and enjoying outdoor activities.