Ordained on All Saints’ Day in 2008 by Archbishop Allen Vigneron at Christ the Light Cathedral for the Diocese of Oakland, this deacon serves the Church with humility and a heart for service. He does not claim the titles of theologian or saint, but seeks simply to serve God and those in need with faithfulness and generosity.

With the approval of Archbishop Etienne, he began serving the staff and parishioners of St. Gabriel in March 2024 and now has the joy of ministering across all three parishes of Parish Family 52. 

He is grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside parishioners in worship, service, and pastoral care.

Outside of parish ministry, he values time spent with family and is committed to ongoing study and preparation for Church projects and personal spiritual growth. 

He remains deeply thankful for God’s many blessings and for the loving support and sacrifices of his family, which make his ministry possible. It is a privilege for him to serve the people of Parish Family 52.

Deacon Pete Freeman was ordained a Permanent Deacon in 2016 for the Diocese of Covington, Kentucky. He and his wife, Tess, moved to Port Orchard from Northern Kentucky in May 2025 to be closer to family. With the approval of Archbishop Etienne, Deacon Pete was assigned to Parish Family 52 in October 2025.

Deacon Pete currently serves primarily at St. Gabriel, while also assisting at Masses at Prince of Peace. As he continues to settle into parish life in Western Washington, he looks forward to becoming more involved in the Men of Faith ministry and supporting OCIA. 

Pete and Tess are the parents of three children, grandparents to fifteen grandchildren, and great‑grandparents to three. Family life remains central to their vocation and discernment.

What Deacon Pete appreciates most about Parish Family 52 is the rich diversity of cultures and traditions that make up the community. He often reflects on the image of Christ revealed through the many faces gathered at Mass, seeing in them the living Body of Christ. 

Having previously experienced parish restructuring in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, he is hopeful and confident that Partners in the Gospel will strengthen unity and mission over time.

Deacon Pete’s prayer is that Parish Family 52 continues to grow with open hearts, shared listening, and active participation, becoming a strong witness to faith beyond parish walls. He looks forward to getting to know parishioners more personally and welcomes a friendly greeting after Mass.

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Patrick Sharkey serves as Director of Operations for Parish Family 52, supporting the day‑to‑day and long‑term operations of the parish family in close collaboration with the pastor and school leadership. 

He joined St. Nicholas in 2021 as a Pastoral Associate Administrator and now oversees operations across all campuses, including finances, facilities, human resources, technology, and communications. Patrick works to steward parish resources responsibly, support staff and volunteers, and help unify operations in accordance with Archdiocesan guidelines.

Originally from Eastern Washington, Patrick was raised in Catholic schools and has long considered faith a central gift in his life. His love for the Church led him to Franciscan University, where he initially pursued theology before discerning a call to serve the Church through leadership and business. 

After beginning his career in technology and finance, Patrick felt a gradual but persistent call to ministry, which eventually led him into retreat and parish life. He is married and the father of six children, and he and his family live in Puyallup.

Patrick is deeply grateful to serve the Church and finds particular meaning in parish ministry, where faith is lived and shared in everyday life. As Parish Family 52 continues to grow, he is hopeful that both parishioners and staff will encounter Christ more deeply, grow in prayer, and feel supported, known, and empowered in their callings. He also hopes to foster a healthy, collaborative work environment where ministry can flourish.

Outside of work, Patrick considers himself a small‑town soul at heart. He enjoys long bike rides, board games, meaningful conversation, and the quiet beauty of fields and open spaces. His spirituality is rooted in the Carmelite tradition, and he continues to pursue ongoing formation and spiritual direction as part of his own faith journey.

Frank Matanane serves as Parish Administrator for St. Gabriel and Prince of Peace Catholic Churches, joining the parish staff in October 2022. 

Prior to parish ministry, Frank spent more than twenty years in retail leadership, working his way up from entry‑level sales to store and regional leadership roles with companies such as Future Shop, CompUSA, Best Buy, and PetSmart. His professional background includes training, operations management, team development, and organizational leadership—skills that now serve the Church in a new and deeply meaningful way. He has also stepped up to direct Technology and Communications for the Parish Family.

Although Frank never envisioned himself working for the Church, a renewed faith journey and years of parish involvement at St. Gabriel gradually led him there. After returning more fully to the Catholic faith in 2013, Frank became actively engaged in parish life, serving in various volunteer roles and serving on the strategic planning commision. 

When encouraged to apply for the Parish Administrator role, he discerned the call carefully and discovered that serving the Church was both unexpected and profoundly fulfilling.

Frank has lived in Washington since 1989 and comes from a military family with roots in Guam. Much of his upbringing was spent living abroad on military bases, experiences that shaped his appreciation for community, adaptability, and service. 

Today, much of Frank’s time is devoted to parish life and caring for family, grounding his work in prayer and trust in God’s guidance.

As Parish Family 52 continues to grow, Frank is excited and hopeful about the opportunities ahead. He recognizes the challenges of bringing together multiple campuses with distinct cultures and traditions, yet believes deeply that the Holy Spirit is already at work in this transition. 

Frank is grateful to serve alongside a dedicated staff and parish community united in mission—to serve God and His people—and looks forward to what the Lord will accomplish as the parish family moves forward together in faith.

Gloria Rosario serves as Pastoral Associate for Stewardship for Parish Family 52, where she helps foster a culture of generosity, hospitality, and shared mission. She describes church community as compassionate, peaceful, and unified—qualities that have consistently welcomed her wherever her faith journey has taken her.

A native of San Francisco, Gloria was raised in a deeply Catholic Portuguese‑Spanish household where faith, service, and volunteerism were woven into daily life. Guided by the example of her mother and family, stewardship became not just something she did, but part of who she is. Her children were formed within Catholic education and parish life, further grounding her commitment to the Church and its mission.

Professionally, Gloria brings a rich background in advertising, design, publishing, and entrepreneurship. After a successful career in magazine publishing and nearly two decades running her own design and marketing business—recognized as Small Business of the Year in 2013—she felt called to reflect more deeply on purpose and vocation. That discernment led her to parish service in 2020, beginning with helping in the parish office and gradually expanding into broader ministry across St. Gabriel and Prince of Peace.

Gloria believes deeply that God places us where we are meant to be. Her lifelong skills in communication, creativity, and leadership now serve the Church through stewardship ministry—helping parishioners recognize their gifts and respond generously to God’s call. 

Her hope is that Parish Family 52 continues to grow as a welcoming community where people encounter God, deepen their faith, and serve with joy. 

Gloria is grateful to walk alongside others in this shared mission and believes that, together, we can accomplish far more than we imagine.

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Mark McKibben serves as Director of Liturgy for Parish Family 52, bringing decades of parish involvement and a deep love for the Church’s liturgical life. 

Originally from the Midwest, Mark and his wife, Corinne, have been married for nearly fifty years and have lived in Gig Harbor since 1990. They are blessed with one daughter and three grandchildren. Mark retired from a long career in the millwork industry in 2020 and soon after stepped into expanded service within the parish.

Mark and Corinne have been members of St. Nicholas Catholic Church since their arrival in Gig Harbor. Over the years, Mark has faithfully volunteered as an altar server trainer, sacristan, and in parish operations, including helping prepare the church for the reopening of Mass following COVID restrictions. In 2024, he was asked to serve as Director of Liturgy for the parish family.

In this role, Mark works closely with the pastor, clergy, music directors, and volunteers to ensure reverent, consistent, and well‑prepared liturgies across all campuses. His responsibilities include coordinating major liturgical celebrations, serving as Master of Ceremonies, supporting and training liturgical ministers, maintaining liturgical schedules and sacristy resources, and assisting with orders of worship. 

His goal is to help foster liturgical experiences that lead parishioners and visitors into deeper encounters with Jesus Christ.

Mark is grateful to serve the Church in this way and remains hopeful that unity, shared vision, and faithful leadership will guide Parish Family 52 forward. 

Outside of parish life, he enjoys time at home with Corinne, caring for their yard, reading history—especially World War II—and visiting the coast.

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Michael Zosel serves as Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation at St. Gabriel and Prince of Peace Catholic Churches. 

A Pacific Northwest native, Michael was born in Eugene, Oregon, raised in Vancouver, Washington, and earned a degree in Theology and Ministry from Seattle Pacific University in 2010.

Michael’s vocational journey has included mission work with people experiencing homelessness in Seattle, ministry with migrant workers in the Skagit Valley, and youth ministry in Santa Cruz, California. Through these experiences, his faith continued to deepen, leading him to enter full communion with the Catholic Church in 2021. He has served in faith formation ministry within the parish family ever since.

Michael and his wife, Rebekah, have been married for thirteen years and are the parents of two young children, Adam and Joseph. Family life is a joyful and active part of his vocation, filled with play, cooking, outdoor adventures, and time together. Much of their daily rhythm centers around nature, as their children attend a forest‑based preschool where Rebekah serves in leadership.

Michael loves his work because it allows him to share the Gospel with people from many backgrounds through story, prayer, song, hospitality, and relationship. He is grateful to walk alongside families and individuals as they grow in faith and is thankful to serve within a parish family rooted in community, mission, and joy.

Michael Lonas serves as Director of Youth Ministry for Parish Family 52, working across all campuses to accompany teens in their faith journey. 

Originally from Texas, Michael experienced a life‑changing encounter with God at Mass in 2015 that inspired his call to youth ministry. With a desire to share the love he encountered that day, Michael served as a missionary both internationally and domestically before being called to the Pacific Northwest.

Michael arrived in Gig Harbor in 2021 to serve as Pastoral Assistant for Youth Ministry at St. Nicholas. During that time, he discerned religious life with the Capuchin Franciscans and spent a year in postulancy in 2023, a formative experience that deepened his relationship with God and clarified his vocation. 

In 2024, Michael joyfully returned to parish ministry as a layman when he was invited to serve at St. Gabriel, and he now leads youth ministry for the entire parish family.

He is grateful to serve alongside dedicated staff and volunteers and is excited about building a unified youth ministry rooted in faith, relationship, and mission.

Outside of ministry, Michael enjoys archery, music (especially the tin whistle), and spirited sports conversations. He is deeply thankful for the opportunity to serve a parish family united in Christ and looks forward to growing together in faith and community.

Annie has served as the Faith Formation Assistant for St. Gabriel and Prince of Peace for nearly five years and has been a St. Gabriel parishioner for over 17 years. 

A lifelong learner and educator at heart, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Idaho and has made Port Orchard her home for more than two decades. 

Annie and her husband have been married for over twenty years and are the proud parents of three children, Owen, Matthew, and Addie.

In her role, Annie supports families at every stage of their faith journey. Her responsibilities include enrolling families in faith formation programs, accompanying those returning to the Church with care and patience, assisting with baptism preparation and sacramental recordkeeping, maintaining formation rosters, welcoming newly registered families, and supporting youth ministry and faith formation leadership across the parish family. 

Above all, Annie values walking alongside families with compassion, trust, and a deep understanding of parish life.

Outside of work, Annie enjoys a good cup of coffee, cheering on her favorite football teams, attending baseball games, volunteering with local Little League, and rediscovering her love of reading. She is especially hopeful for the expanded opportunities now available to young people within Parish Family 52—opportunities for prayer, service, community, and belonging. 

Annie is grateful to serve in a parish she calls home and considers it a blessing to experience God’s love through the people she encounters each day. Her door is always open.

Rosario Jose has been an active member of the parish community since 2016 and currently serves as the Hispanic Coordinator at Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Belfair. 

Originally from Guatemala, Rosario grew up deeply involved in parish life at San Pedro Apóstol Catholic Church, where faith and service were central to daily life. Now living in Gig Harbor, Rosario is grateful to continue serving the Church within Parish Family 52.

In this role, Rosario supports parish operations through liturgical coordination, communication, sacramental preparation, and the organization of community events. Rosario works closely with parishioners, volunteers, and ministry leaders to help foster a welcoming, faith‑filled environment where all feel supported and included. 

What Rosario values most is the opportunity to walk alongside families during important moments in their spiritual lives and to serve a community rooted in faith, unity, and service.

As Parish Family 52 continues to grow, Rosario is hopeful that this new structure will strengthen collaboration across campuses and allow the parish to better serve its diverse communities. Rosario is grateful to be part of this mission and looks forward to continuing to serve the parish with dedication and faith.

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Chris Polinski has served on the parish staff at St. Nicholas Catholic Church since October 2017. 

Born in Salem, Oregon, Chris moved to Gig Harbor at a young age and attended local schools, graduating from Gig Harbor High School. After completing his bachelor’s degree in Eastern Washington and earning a master’s degree while living in California, Chris felt called to return to the area to be closer to family.

In his role at St. Nicholas, Chris supports the daily operations of the parish office by assisting with appointments, answering questions, preparing the parish bulletin, editing homilies for online posting, and providing general administrative support. 

He was drawn to parish work through a strong sense of vocation and discernment, trusting God’s timing when the opportunity to serve became available.

Chris values honesty, openness, and clear communication, especially during times of transition. 

As Parish Family 52 continues to grow, he hopes parishioners and staff alike will remain patient, engaged, and attentive to the movement of the Holy Spirit, trusting that listening and collaboration will strengthen the community. 

Chris is grateful to serve the parish in this role and remains committed to supporting the mission of the Church through his work.

Juana Serrato‑Salazar has served as the bilingual receptionist at St. Gabriel Catholic Church for the past four years and recently added the role of Youth Group Coordinator for our parish family.

She is often the first point of contact for parishioners and visitors and takes great joy in helping people feel welcomed, understood, and supported—whether in English or Spanish. In addition to greeting and assisting parishioners, Juana provides administrative support through scheduling, document management, and communication coordination. 

Outside of work, she enjoys staying active and creative through reading, swimming, jogging, hiking, and cooking, all of which help her maintain a healthy and balanced life.

Debra Page has served as a receptionist for St. Gabriel and Prince of Peace Catholic Churches for the past three years. In addition to her reception and administrative responsibilities, she assists with managing the parish family bulletin and supports content for the parish family website. Debra plays an important role in helping parishioners stay informed and connected across our growing parish family.

Originally from rural Northern California, Debra moved to Washington shortly after getting married, returning to a place her husband fondly remembered from his childhood. Together, they are the proud parents of two daughters who bring great joy to their family life. 

Outside of work, Debra enjoys hiking and spending time outdoors, singing, traveling, reading, and sharing quality time with her family.

Debra feels truly blessed to work alongside her colleagues at St. Gabriel and looks forward to building meaningful relationships across all three campuses as Parish Family 52 continues to grow together in faith and community.

Laurie Samora serves as Music Director at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, where she has led the music ministry for the past three years. Prior to joining St. Gabriel, she faithfully served for 35 years at St. Stephen the Martyr in Renton. A lifelong church musician, Laurie began singing in her parish at a young age and has remained deeply committed to sacred music throughout her life. Her background includes extensive work in education, choral leadership, and faith-based programs, as well as formative international performing and service experiences that shaped her appreciation for music, culture, and community. Laurie and her husband, Gary, reside in Port Orchard and are the proud parents of four grown children and grandparents to a growing family. She is grateful to be part of the welcoming St. Gabriel community and finds great joy in building strong choirs and supporting a congregation that loves to sing in praise and worship.

Amy Gallwas serves as Pastoral Associate for Music at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, where she directs, leads, and coordinates all liturgical music. She joined the parish in 2021 as a cantor and has served as PA for Music since September 2022. 

Amy brings nearly sixteen years of experience in music ministry and is deeply grateful for the strong choir and supportive congregation at St. Nicholas, which she considers a true blessing.

Born in Tacoma and raised in Puyallup, Amy grew up surrounded by music and faith. After completing her associate degree, she experienced a profound return to the Church that shaped the direction of her life and ministry. Amy’s love for sacred music led her to Franciscan University of Steubenville, where she became the first graduate of the Sacred Music program in 2010. Since then, she has joyfully served the Church through music, which she considers a true vocation and gift.

Amy finds great joy in building community through liturgical music and values collaboration and relationships in ministry. As Parish Family 52 continues to grow, she is hopeful for increased opportunities to gather, connect, and build relationships across campuses. 

Known for her love of conversation and connection (often over a cup of coffee), Amy looks forward to getting to know the broader parish family and continuing to serve through music that draws hearts closer to the Lord.

Wendy Bone serves as Pastoral Music Minister at Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Belfair. She began her ministry with the parish in 2016 after previously serving as a substitute music director and brings a lifelong dedication to sacred and choral music. Wendy’s background includes many years as a high school music educator, as well as experience teaching voice, piano, and music theory in faith-based settings. She and her husband entered the Catholic Church together during the Easter Vigil, and her faith has remained central to both her personal life and professional ministry. After relocating to Washington, Wendy became active in parish life and regional choral organizations, finding strong community through music and worship. She is deeply grateful for the welcoming spirit of Prince of Peace and looks forward to growing together as Parish Family 52, united as Christian brothers and sisters in faith and song.

Corinne McKibben has faithfully served the St. Nicholas community for many years and currently assists the pastor with Art and Environment and the ordering of liturgical supplies. 

Born in Bismarck, North Dakota, Corinne grew up in a large Lutheran family and later discovered a deep love for the Catholic faith while working as a licensed practical nurse at a Catholic hospital. She and her husband, Mark, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary this year and have made Gig Harbor their home for more than three decades. Together they are blessed with one daughter and three grandchildren.

Corinne was first hired as a church custodian in 1999 and served in that role for 18 years before retiring. Shortly thereafter, she was invited to return to parish service as assistant to the pastor, a role she continues to fulfill with dedication and care. 

She finds great joy in spending her days in the church and considers it a privilege to support parish life behind the scenes.

As Parish Family 52 continues to take shape, Corinne is hopeful that all three campuses will work together in unity for the glory of God. She is grateful for the people she serves alongside and for the opportunity to continue contributing to the life and mission of the Church.

Brenda Duffy has served the St. Nicholas community since November 2017, providing custodial care and light maintenance across the parish campus. 

Her responsibilities include maintaining the parish hall, main church, parish offices, and historic church spaces, assisting with supplies and light repairs, and supporting the Facilities Manager and Safety Committee. Brenda takes great pride in helping ensure that parish spaces are safe, welcoming, and cared for with reverence.

Brenda was baptized and raised in Bellingham at the Church of the Assumption and returned fully to active Catholic life through the RCIA process in 1994. Since that time, faith formation and service have remained central to her life. 

Prior to parish employment, Brenda spent over three decades working in banking and grocery retail leadership, retiring from union service in 2017. Throughout her professional life, she remained deeply engaged in volunteer ministry, community outreach, and parish service.

Married for over forty years, Brenda and her husband are the parents of one son. She has long been involved in OCIA (formerly RCIA), which she considers a personal calling, and has served in numerous parish ministries, particularly in liturgy. Brenda also brings a strong passion for hospitality, organization, creativity, and service, with a love for Bible study, faith sharing, hands‑on projects, and community outreach.

As Parish Family 52 continues to grow, Brenda prays that staff and parishioners alike will come to see one another as God does—one family, united in love and mission. She hopes for deeper opportunities for shared prayer, reflection, and collaboration, trusting that God’s love will guide the parish forward. Brenda is grateful to serve the Church in both visible and behind‑the‑scenes ways and finds joy in giving back to a community that has nurtured her faith.

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Anthony Lopez serves on the maintenance team at St. Gabriel and Prince of Peace Catholic Churches, where he has been working since August 2024. 

He takes great pride in helping keep the St. Gabriel campus in excellent condition and enjoys the variety and rhythm of daily parish life. What began as a part‑time role quickly grew into a full workweek—something Anthony embraces with enthusiasm and gratitude.

Anthony values the opportunity to work alongside the many volunteers, staff members, and ministry leaders who help keep the parish vibrant and welcoming. He is especially appreciative of the collaboration, dedication, and good humor shared across ministries—from liturgy and hospitality to outreach and events. 

He is grateful for the support and leadership of the parish staff and clergy and finds joy in being part of a team that serves the Church with commitment and care.

Anthony truly enjoys coming to work each day and considers it a blessing to serve alongside such dedicated people while being supported by his wife, Katie. As Parish Family 52 continues to move forward together, Anthony is proud to play a part in caring for the spaces where faith, community, and worship come to life. With gratitude and joy, he looks forward to continuing this shared mission—adelante, together in faith.

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Norma was born in Guatemala and later lived in California before moving to Washington. Experiencing life in different places has allowed her to meet people from many backgrounds and has shaped her understanding of the importance of building strong, welcoming communities. A lifelong Catholic, she has remained actively involved in the Church in every place she has lived. This continuity has given her a sense of stability and belonging while shaping her values of compassion, service, and connection, drawing from both her personal experiences and the values rooted in her faith & family. 

She is currently completing her associate’s degree in art and plans to continue her education by pursuing a bachelor’s degree in communications. Through her studies, she hopes to strengthen her ability to connect with others and support her community in a more intentional and meaningful way.