Fr. Jim has been pastor Saint Michael Parish since July 1, 1997 and was ordained a priest on May 17, 1975 with Maryknoll.
Ordained in 2018, Fr. Lou is appointed by the archbishop to assist Fr. Jim and to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ!
Deacon John’s focus is on leading others to Christ through mission, particularly the Journey of the Heart mission to Juarez, MX.
Chris is responsible for assisting the pastor through the effective administration of finance, personnel, team development, facilities, stewardship, communication, public relations, strategic work, and resource development.
Ann oversees and supports all SMP faith formation programs including Life Teen, EDGE, Small Faith Sharing Groups, Children’s Ministries, Sacramental Preparation, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd and TNTT.
Mona maintains the parish database, to include ministry volunteers, talent pools and meet-up groups. As Safe Environment Coordinator, she ensures compliance with the Archdiocesan Safe Environment Program requirements.
Andrew helps introduce people to Jesus Christ (through Alpha) and accompanies those who discern a call to become Catholic by means of an apprenticeship in the Christian life (catechumenate) and preparation for the sacraments (RCIA). He is also responsible for assisting couples as they prepare to be married in the Catholic Church.
Michelle coordinates the parish worship at two sites, developing and organizing plans which respond to the parish worship and prayer needs, overseeing the provision of quality liturgical seasonal celebrations and coordinating the work of the liturgy teams and committees as well as the work of the various liturgical ministers.
Kevin is a key member of our facilities team and oversees our resource conservation efforts.
Connor is responsible for the day to day operations of our Preschool-8th grade Catholic school. His areas of responsibilities include administering our educational programs, faith formation, staffing, finance, stewardship, and communications.
Bob is the first point of contact for parishioners and others who call or come to Saint Michael Parish. He also supports the staff with a variety of administrative duties.
Andrew helps people encounter Christ through sung prayer. He shepherds the gifts of volunteers in the adult choirs, children’s choirs, orchestra, and contemporary band, as well as provides support for concerts and other music-related events.
Hannah oversees Mass Ministry for Children, Liturgy of the Word for Children, and ministry childcare needs.
Jeremy is a key member of our facilities team and oversees the Calvary Catholic Cemetery on Cleveland Avenue in Tumwater.
Overseeing high school youth growing in their journey to Christ and leads our St Paul Street Evangelization team.
Kimmy plans and executes some of our bigger parish events, such as the annual Parish Picnic.
Tiffany helps keep things clean and beautiful as part of our Facilities team.
Liz oversees Infant Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, Marriage Preparation, and Adult Confirmation. She also oversees Hispanic Ministries and and Prime Timers.
Michaela is responsible for organizing and managing the Small Faith Sharing Groups program in the parish.
Bob assists Andrew Goldstein, Steward for Music Ministry, by directing the Westside chapel music ministers, leading rehearsals and Sunday’s sung prayer.
Bill helps to keep things clean and beautiful as part of our Facilities team.
Laurie keeps track of all parish finances.
Erika leads our contemporary Praise & Worship band.
Benedetta supervises ministries including Holy Communion to the Homebound, coordinates for Anointing of the Sick, and facilitates groups such as Detention Ministry, Grief, Cancer, and Loss of Infant support. She also coordinates with Interfaith Works and Catholic Community Services.
Ralph prepares parish-wide publications such as the weekly bulletin and the Annual Report and maintains the parish website.
Caiti is blessed with the opportunity to provide clerical support to eight stewards as they passionately strive to offer excellent formation opportunities for all ages. In addition, she considers it a special privilege to maintain our parish sacramental records and to work with Young Adults.
Mary offers Montessori-based, developmentally oriented faith formation ministry to children ages 3-12 and their families, including offering weekly two-hour experiences for children of different age groups to explore their faith using age-appropriate materials.
Marty is a key member of our Facilities team and provides care and maintenance for our beautiful grounds at both locations.
Rex oversees Stewardship at SMP as well as social media and video efforts.
A member of the Lovers of the Holy Cross of Govap, Sister Do works specifically with our Vietnamese Community.