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.

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.

Administration

Demery Maughan

Parish Coordinator

Demery 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. Demery is married with one young son and lives in Chatfield. They also have a dog named Axl. She is involved with our young people at the Chatfield High School as the Head Coach of the Dance Team.

Please Contact Demery 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.