Father Mark Guzman is a native of Detroit, Michigan. Following his graduation from High School, Father Mark entered Sacred Heart Seminary College in Detroit, Michigan. He left Sacred Heart early to pursue a career in the corporate world where he worked for a number of years in the food service industry. During this time, he moved to Seattle and earned a bachelor’s degree from Seattle University. Upon deciding to pursue his vocation as a priest, Father Mark entered St. Patrick Seminary and University in Menlo Park, California. He was ordained a transitional deacon August of 2007 and ordained priest June 2008. Since his ordination, Father Mark has served as Parochial Vicar at St. Michael Parish in Olympia, as Priest Administrator of St. Mary Parish in Marysville and the Mission of St. Anne in Tulalip, as Pastor of St. Benedict Parish in Seattle. Father Mark was named Pastor of St. Nicholas Parish Gig Harbor July 1, 2014, and remains to the present its pastor. Beginning July 1, 2024, Fr. Mark will be pastor of Parish Family #52 which consists of Prince of Peace Belfair, St. Gabriel Port Orchard, and St. Nicholas Gig Harbor.

Fr. Phil graduated from Mount Angel Seminary in Oregon and was ordained June 12, 2004 for the Archdiocese of Seattle. He just celebrated his twentieth anniversary at his last assignment at Our Lady of Fatima parish in Seattle. He has served in various parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Seattle including several parishes and missions in Lewis County and Pacific County and Oak Harbor and Coupeville on Whidbey Island.

--"I believe our God loves us intensely and gently and I try to convey this theme in my preaching and way of living. I look forward to our working together to spread the Good News on the Kitsap Peninsula."

What is a parochial vicar you might ask; "A parochial vicar is a priest assigned by his archbishop to a parish or parish family to assist a pastor in the care of the faithful. Parochial vicars are priests who render their services in pastoral ministry as co-workers with the pastor in common counsel and endeavor with him and also under his authority.” (Code of Canon Law, c. 545 §1)

Raised in Eastern Washington, Patrick grew up in Walla Walla. Coming from a Catholic home, his faith led him to attend Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio, where he received a degree in Business Administration. While there, Patrick met his wife, and the two now have five children. Patrick returned to Franciscan University and obtained a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. He also has certificates in Church Management from Villanova University, Non-Profit Fundraising from Notre Dame, and recently became a certified lay spiritual director through the Heart of Christ School of Spiritual Direction.

Ever one to be learning, He is currently working a master’s certificate in Spiritual Theology. Patrick has served in the Archdiocese of Seattle in an administrative capacity for ten years, first directing the Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center in Federal Way and then as the PA for Administration at St Nicholas. Patrick is excited to begin this new role serving our Parish Family as Director of Operations. The Director of operations will serve our family as a kind of regional manager, helping us standardize our policies and practices in the areas of finance, facilities, and human resources. In addition to his Catholic faith Patrick loves his cowboy boots, bicycle racing, reading classic literature, and spending time with his family.

Frank is a returning Catholic and has been a member of our St Gabriel Parish since 2013. Since joining our community, he has actively participated in many ministries including serving as our O.C.I.A coordinator for the last several years. As our new Pastoral Associate for Administration, he brings with him a diverse background and skills gained from his experience as a senior leader in retail management. He truly feels blessed to answer the call to share his talents in service to St Gabriel and Prince of Peace and is incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support he has already received.

Assistant Administrator

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As the Hispanic Coordinator at Prince of Peace, I feel deeply honored to serve a community that has been a source of strength, connection, and spiritual growth for so many, including myself. My Mayan heritage enriches my faith journey, and I am grateful to share our traditions and values within our church family. Serving our community draws me closer to God as I witness His love in the unity and diversity among us. I am committed to fostering a welcoming space where everyone can feel His presence and build meaningful connections.

Como Coordinadora Hispana de Prince of Peace, me siento profundamente honrada de servir a una comunidad que ha sido una fuente de fortaleza, conexión y crecimiento espiritual para tantas personas, incluyéndome a mí misma. Mi herencia maya enriquece mi camino de fe y estoy agradecida de compartir nuestras tradiciones y valores dentro de nuestra familia de la iglesia. Servir a nuestra comunidad me acerca más a Dios al ser testigo de Su amor en la unidad y diversidad entre nosotros. Estoy comprometida a fomentar un espacio acogedor donde todos puedan sentir Su presencia y construir conexiones significativas.

"Mike comes to our parish after 12 years of ministry in diverse settings, including homeless shelters, migrant support centers, county jails, and church basements.  He received his bachelor’s in theology from Seattle Pacific University in 2010.  He and his wife, Rebekah, were both born and raised in the Pacific Northwest.  Together they have a son, Adam, who was born in 2020.  He has never been to Houston."

Receptionist - Afternoon

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Brian Sanderson

Parish Family Facilities Manager

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Maintenance Steward

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