Fr. Ken Simpson, Pastor
phone ext. 126
Fr. Ken Simpson is the overall spiritual leader and is charged with the canonical responsibility of the spiritual welfare of parishioners through the pastoral care, organizations and physical assets of the parish. His main duties are celebrating the sacraments, preaching the Gospel, the spiritual care of parishioners and overall oversight of the parish ministries and supervision of parish staff. He provides a vision for Saint Clement Parish and assures the implementation of its mission.
Fr. Manuel Dorantes, Associate Pastor
phone ext. 129
Fr. Manny serves the parish through preaching, sacraments and sacramental preparation, annulments, pastoral visits and appointments, spiritual direction, Ministers of Care, Eucharistic Adoration, Respect Life, Technology/Communications Committee, Youth Ministry.
COMMUNITY AND FORMATION
Mary Cele Doyle, Director of Community Involvement
phone ext. 112
Mary Cele develops, directs, coordinates and evaluates volunteer opportunities. Serves as staff liaison for Parish Life committees, including Welcome & Hospitality, Human Concerns Commission and the Stewardship Council.
Maggie Byrnes, Ministries Assistant
phone ext. 149
Maggie is responsible for coordination of volunteers, service opportunities, hospitality functions and events. Coordinates the Faith Sharing Ministry, Sack Lunch Program. Baptism inquiry and scheduling.
Christina Bax, Pastoral Associate and Director of Evangelization
phone ext. 113
Christina coordinates initiation programs: RCIA, Adult Confirmation, and Baptism. Directs Adult Faith Formation. Staff liaison for Young Adult Community.
Mary DuQuaine, Director of Catechesis
phone ext. 114
Works with the school faculty, religious education catechists, students, and families, helping students and their families grow in faith.
LITURGY AND MUSIC
Gabriel Mayhugh, Director of Worship
phone ext. 142
Gabriel directs all liturgical and music programs and personnel. Develops and implements the liturgical vision of the parish through community involvement, liturgical formation, and liturgy planning.
Flo Merkl-Deutsch, Liturgy Coordinator
phone ext. 119
Flo coordinates liturgical celebrations. Invites, and trains those involved in liturgical ministry.
Paul Nicholson, Director of Music
phone ext. 120
Paul is principal organist and conductor; he coordinates all liturgical music for Mass, concerts, and weddings; conducts Saint Clement Choir and Seraphim.
ADMINISTRATION
Kim Carter, Director of Parish Operations
phone ext. 122
Kim is responsible for finances, facilities, fundraising, and human resources. Supervises business and maintenance staff. She is staff liaison to Finance Council, Stewardship Council, Building & Grounds Committee, Anchor Ball, and Clement Commits Committee.
Melissa Dan, School Principal
773-384-8212
Melissa serves as Principal of Saint Clement School. She oversees school to ensure a strong academic and spiritual foundation for all students. Supervises school staff and faculty, and serves on various school leadership committees.
Mary Ellen Blanchard, Database Manager and Stewardship Assistant
phone ext. 116
Mary Ellen is responsible for database management, PC support, and administrative office support.
Gael Day, Parish Receptionist and Wedding Coordinator
Gael is responsible for general information. She maintains sacramental records, assigns meeting space, and schedules marriage and wedding preparation. She also handles mail for homeless people in the neighborhood.
Joanna Krynski, Communications Specialist
phone ext. 118
Joanna is responsible for the parish's visual and written communication. Designs and edits weekly bulletin and printed materials; updates and maintains the parish website; oversees the Listserv.
Cathy Madayag, Assistant to Fr. Simpson
phone ext. 115
Cathy assists Fr. Simpson with administrative tasks. Involved in various aspects of wedding ministry.
