St. Thomas the Apostle Staff



Name: Father Curtis Wehmeyer

Staff position: Pastor

Name: Deacon Jerry Saladin

Staff position: Deacon

Name: Sister Mary Lou Dummer, OSB

Staff position: Director of Liturgy + RCIA
I coordinate all liturgy preparation for weekend, weekday and special liturgies; recruit, train and provide ongoing formation for all liturgical ministers; select music and schedule and work with musicians. Prepare Presider's weekly book, work with an active liturgy committee, collaborate with other staff members; take part in continuing education resources. What do I enjoy most about my job? Spending time reading the Scriptures for each Sunday - then choosing the music, preparing the prayers and General Intercessions, then coming to celebrate with the people. My goal is to have everyone who worships at St. Thomas feel welcome and sincerely believe that they are responsible for good liturgy. All are responsible to participate fully, actively and consciously.
Find out more about Sr. Mary Lou's religious order.
Name: Mary Trcka

Staff position: Secretary/Receptionist
My responsibilities include: Answer phones and door, publish the bulletin, oversee Revelations so everyone gets their articles in, handle all mailings (I have a wonderful crew that does this). Keep database current (names, address changes, newcomers, etc.) Generally, I do what the rest of the staff needs me to do. What do I enjoy most about my job? I like doing the bulletin and making flyers, pamphlets and various other things. This keeps it interesting and gives me a chance to be creative. One of my goals? I hope to see St. Thomas the Apostle become a more active parish and have more participation by the younger families.


Name: Carol McKenna

Staff position: Parish Nurse & Administrative Coordinator
I use my nursing skills and experience to be of service to parishioners, providing assistance and resources to them based on their expressed needs and wants. I've always loved nursing and I look forward to serving the community of St. Thomas the Apostle in this position as parish nurse.

 

Name: Peggy Benson

Staff position: Parish Accountant
I oversee the parish finances. As a Certified Public Accountant, I bring an understanding of the accounting principals to the parish. It is my mission to bring an understanding of the parish's finances to all who need and use them. If I can be of service, please feel free to contact me.