Christi Jeffreys is currently serving as the Director of Development, having started her role in early fall 2023 at the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine. Her work involves conducting research for grants, crucial due to the predominantly Hispanic area surrounding the shrine. Jeffreys plays a significant role in developing and realizing the shrine's vision and potential for growth, particularly emphasizing the shrine's capacity to accommodate the community's needs beyond its previous limitations, such as not having to hold Mass in a gym. She views her role as dream fulfilling, akin to participating in a significant project much like Michelangelo's work on the Sistine Chapel.
Her previous professional background includes working for Catholic Charities of Oklahoma City, displaying a strong foundation in non-profit leadership. Christi Jeffreys holds a Master's in Non-profit Leadership. Her versatile experience across different sectors, including faith-based and non-profit organizations, has equipped her with the necessary skills to drive the shrine's development initiatives forward.