I was born in Moscow, Russia, and was adopted by my wonderful parents Paul and Tracey Richardson. I also have a younger sister named Abigail. Growing up, I attended Saint John the Evangelist Parish, and school in Uniontown, PA.  I grew up in a loving Catholic family.  I graduated from Laurel Highlands High School in 2013.  During that time, I lost my faith due to the death of my grandfather.

I went on to study education and graduated from California University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science Degree Education in 2018.  During my time at college, I came back to my faith. It was through the Eucharist I found Jesus and fell in love with his church all over again.

I attended Saint Mark Seminary and Gannon University, Erie, PA, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Philosophy in 2022.  I went on to study theology at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary, Philadelphia, PA.

I earned the rank of Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America in 2012.   Teaching people is a big passion of mine, so before entering seminary I was a substitute teacher for the Laurel Highlands School District. My favorite scripture passage is Psalm 46:10 “Be Still and Know I am God.” This is my favorite because God provides for his people; we just need to get out of the way and allow God to form us.