Our Team

Meet the staff members at Arise

Drew Ensz - Ministry Director

Drew grew up around the Baltimore area and graduated from Virginia Tech in 2006 with a major in Sociology and a minor in Religious Studies. He attended Eastern Mennonite Seminary and graduated in 2014. He has worked in ministry since 2007 including student ministry, local church ministry, and since 2016 campus ministry. In 2009 he met his lovely wife, Catie on eHarmony (still waiting for that call to do a commercial). They have four children. Drew enjoys hanging out with people, learning people’s stories, and forming authentic, Christ-centered relationships. 

Alison Murphy - Marketing and social media coordinator

Ali is a dedicated advocate from Northern Virginia and has consistently shown a commitment to positive change throughout her life. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from George Mason University, she delved into the complexities of human relationships and societal challenges. Her internships at a housing nonprofit and a local church fueled her passion for addressing the root causes of social issues. Committed to inclusivity, Alison, who uses She/Her/They/Them pronouns, strives to create spaces that honor diverse identities and experiences. Bridging social work and ministry, Alison aims to create communities where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported in personal and spiritual growth.