Sierra grew up in Fairfax, Virginia. She earned a MA in English Literature and a BS in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from George Mason University. Prior to joining The Lamb Center, Sierra worked in nonprofit communications, including at Equal Justice USA, where she supported efforts to advance a more restorative and community-centered approach to justice.…

Chris is a native of the Detroit area of Michigan. He retired from a 25-year U.S. Air Force career as a developmental flight test engineer and project manager. In his next working chapter, he is completing a master’s degree in Diaconal Ministry—Christian service in the world—and progressing towards ordination as a Deacon in the Evangelical…

Originally from Georgia and Florida, Emily has lived in Northern Virginia since 2006. She is a graduate of the University of Georgia and brings over 15 years of experience in education, primarily teaching English to middle and high school students. Emily began working at the Lamb Center in 2026 and is deeply committed to serving…

Joel Driscoll comes to the Lamb Center with years of experience working with benefits programs for military veterans and their dependents, low-income families, and ESL Spanish speaking community members. He values volunteerism and community engagement; he has experience with the Department of Veteran Affairs, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Search of Jesus (Billy Graham Evangelistic Association),…

Debbi Tinkham grew up in Northern Virginia and brings more than 15 years of experience in strategic planning, project management, and nonprofit partnership development to her role at The Lamb Center. She has been a volunteer in the laundry for several years and is passionate about fostering dignity, connection, and hope for our guests. Debbi…