Addison and Emily Frank
Addison and Emily met on staff with Cru and got married in January 2019. Addison grew up in Bucks County Pennsylvania and graduated from Penn State University with an Engineering degree. Since graduating, Addison has been working for Cru, most recently in Washington D.C. He loves reading and learning, thinking, playing sports, and watching B-rated horror films.
Emily grew up in King of Prussia and graduated from Gordon College in Graphic Design. Emily is a graphic designer for Cru. She loves dancing ballet, llamas and gnomes, making and admiring art, and most of all, donuts. Lots of donuts.
Addison.Frank@cru.org Emily.Frank@cru.org
Lauren Hays
Lauren is originally from Kansas City (Go Chiefs!) and joined staff with Cru after graduating from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. This is her 13th year working with Cru, and she spent the last 7 years overseas in Central Asia. She loves adventures, running, coffee, and is passionate about helping women walk in the light and in deep intimacy with Jesus. She’s excited to live in Philly and be part of what God is doing in this city!
Desmin Peifer
Desmin has served with Philly Cru since 2017. He hails from Lancaster and graduated from West Chester University with a degree in music education. He has enjoyed seeing God work in the city and students alike and is excited for what the future holds! Des is always up for playing music, adventuring, sports, deep conversations, board games, and trying new cheesesteaks. Go Birds!