OUR TEAM

MEET THE TEAM SERVING YOU

Clergy

FR. NICHOLAS GAWARECKI

Pastor

Fr. Nicholas grew up in Stewartville, MN, and eventually went to seminary after working for several years. This is his first time as a Pastor. He would love to get to know the parishioners and walk with people as they deepen their relationship with God. He looks forward to getting to know and working with the people here in the cluster. If you have a question about the Faith or are interested in learning more, Fr. Nicholas would love to sit down with you.

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DEACON TERRY SMITH

Deacon

Deacon Terry serves our cluster in a variety of capacities. If you see him around at Holy Mass or at any of our cluster-wide events, be sure to say hello! Terry lives in Rochester and has recently retired. He continues to serve our parishes as Deacon.

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Administration

Maria Kreidermacher

Parish Coordinator

Maria is our Parish Coordinator and serves our parishes in a number of capacities. She will often be the first person you meet when you call or stop at our office Wed-Fri. Maria also works for her family’s businesses in the Altura/St. Charles area and lives in Lanesboro. Please Contact Maria at the office to answer any questions you may have!

Laurie Opseth

Bookkeeper

Laurie keeps our Holy Family’s finances in order. Laurie lives in Harmony and is semi-retired having spent 10+ years working with finances for many parishes in the DOW-R. She is married with three adult children and six grandchildren. She enjoys gardening, travel, her family, and is a retired camper! Laurie is happy to help with any giving or financial questions you may have at any of our parishes.

Kristi Ruesink

Communications & Volunteer Coordinator

Kristi lives and farms near Cherry Grove with her husband. She is looking forward to working with you to continue to make a meaningful impact through our Church ministries and strengthen or volunteer programs. Kristi plans to be in the office on Mondays and Tuesdays, feel free to stop by and say hello!