About Paula Schoof
As Assistant Executive Director of Gratia Plena, Paula supports the organization’s mission through leadership development, operational support, strategic initiatives, and community engagement. Paula’s professional background includes work in law, legislative research, nonprofit leadership, justice initiatives, and faith-based ministry. She holds a Master of Science in Law and is currently pursuing her MA in Faith and Culture at the University of St. Thomas Houston. Paula is the founder of The Justice Project, a nonprofit initiative shaped by her work in biblical justice, leadership formation, and service to vulnerable communities both locally and internationally. Paula resides in Fort Bend County with her husband and is a parishioner at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where she is involved in parish ministry and community life.
Why I want to work with Gratia Plena:
I’m drawn to Gratia Plena’s commitment to the dignity of the human person and its desire to accompany individuals and families with both clinical excellence and compassionate care. The integration of faith, formation, healing, and service reflects many of the same values that have shaped both my personal and professional journey.
My Favorite Prayer:
“Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.” The Jesus Prayer (Luke 18:38, Luke 18:13, 1 Thessalonians 5:17.)
My Favorite Mental Health Quote:
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” Desmond Tutu
My Favorite Bible Verse:
“The Lord will surely comfort (you) and will look with compassion on all (your) ruins; He will make (your) deserts like Eden, (your) wastelands like the garden of the Lord. Joy and gladness will be found in (you), thanksgiving and the sound of singing.” Isaiah 51:3
My Favorite Saint:
St. Grace of Lerida
What I do for fun!
I enjoy spending time with my husband, going to the beach, playing with our pets, gardening, writing, and studying theology and culture.
