He is a high school teacher. The Bierbaums have no children. In 1998, Garrity was elected to the Affiliate board of directors and, later, chair of the board. The Albuquerque chapter will host the Western regional meeting on Labor Day weekend. The movement draws people together who desire to love God and others, and who are striving to make real a world dominated by peace and justice.
Members take hikes together and gather for meals.
Three took a course in spiritual direction together. Twice a year the chapter has a retreat focusing on action, contemplation and fellowship.