The fellowship experience through Circle City Fellows gives Fellows a structured environment to learn about how their work is meaningful to the Mission of God and to the flourishing of the City of Indianapolis (and beyond). During nine months, Fellows create deep connections with their peers, focus on building spiritual and professional practices, and create tangible ways in which they can impact their place of work. Learn more about Annalie Brooks.

WHERE DID YOU GROW UP?

Odin, Indiana

WHERE DO YOU LIVE NOW?

Mapleton-Fall Creek, Indianapolis, Indiana

WHAT DO YOU DO/WHERE DO YOU WORK?

School-based Speech Language Pathologist

IN A MOVIE ABOUT YOUR LIFE, WHO WOULD PLAY YOU AND WHAT WOULD THE MOVIE BE CALLED?

I would play Wonder Woman in the movie called, "Rise of the Working Mom."

WHAT’S YOUR GO-TO SNACK?

Popcorn and Sparkling Water

WHAT BOOK/TV SHOW DO YOU RECOMMEND TO ANYONE WHO WILL LISTEN?

Ted Lasso!!!

WHAT‘S SOMETHING YOU DO FOR FUN?

Play volleyball with my husband

HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THE FELLOWSHIP EXPERIENCE WITH CCF?

My soul-friend Olivia told me about the Fellowship and persuaded me to join.

I DECIDED TO DO THE CCF FELLOWSHIP BECAUSE...

I want to live an integrated life and work with others who want to see the city of Indianapolis succeed.

CCF EXISTS TO HELP YOUNG PROFESSIONALS SEE HOW THEIR WORK MATTERS TO GOD AND HOW IT IS IMPORTANT TO HIS MISSION FOR THE WORLD. IS THIS SOMETHING YOUR FAMILY OR CHURCH TAUGHT YOU GROWING UP?

Yes, my family taught me that work is a way we can serve and love others.

IN YOUR CURRENT WORK, (WHETHER THAT BE WORKING FULL TIME/PART TIME, GOING TO SCHOOL, OR RAISING CHILDREN) HOW DO YOU SEE THE MISSION OF GOD AT WORK?

It is easy for me to see the mission of God in the big picture of my work when I help children find their best mode of communication, but it can be difficult to see the mission during daily tasks like sending emails.

THE FELLOWSHIP CONSISTS OF READING ARTICLES, PARTICIPATING IN COHORT DISCUSSIONS, MONTHLY SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES, ATTENDING SATURDAY FORUMS THAT FOCUS ON THE CITY OF INDIANAPOLIS, AND A COUPLE OF PROJECTS THAT WILL GROW YOU IN YOUR PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL LIFE. WHICH OF THESE ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO AND WHY?

I am most excited about the Saturday forums because I love my city and want to know more about it.

BY THE END OF THE FELLOWSHIP, I HOPE TO HAVE…

growth and integration of myself personally, professionally and spiritually.