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
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.
