Welcome 2008 RCIA

Jeff Davis

My name is Jeff Davis.  I am from the Midwest and have lived in San Diego for 2 years.  I am getting married to Dianna Pavek in August 2008.

Noemi Constancia de Armas

My name is Noemi Constancia de Armas.  I am 21 years old and a student at SDSU.

Dustine Gallagher

Hi.  My name is Dustine Gallagher.  I look forward to living my life with Faith!

Tammy Goodridge

Hi.  My name is Tammy Lynn Goodridge.  I’m here to learn how to be a good catholic and learn the way of the cross and to follow Jesus.  My goal is to be with you all in heaven.

Mary Katherine & Sierra Marie Hain-Gauert

I’m Mary Katherine Hain-Gauert, and the mother of Sierra Marie.  I was drawn to the catholic faith after Sierra began attending Blessed Sacrament Parish School.  I was blessed to have been raised in a Christian faith by my parents Melba Ruth and Darrell E. Hain, whose love for me has carried me through all the days of my life.  Without their early guidance, my journey to grow in Christ’s love would not have been possible.  I love you, mom and dad.  Thank you.

 I’m Sierra Marie Hain-Gauert.  I am a seventh grader at Blessed Sacrament Parish School.  My grandparents Melba Ruth and Darrell E. Hain are my Godparents and provided for me to be able to go to my school.  I am eager to have Christ in my heart. I love you Nana and Papa with all my heart. Thank you so much.

Bonnie McFarland

My name is Bonnie McFarland.  In my spiritual journey, I pray that God will make me the woman he wants me to be so I can be of service to him and a blessing to others.

Natasha Mikse

Hi, My name is Natasha Mikse.  I’m from Aruba.  I’ve lived in San Diego for almost 10 years, and circumstances of life brought me to St. Thérèse Parish.  My experience throughout the RCIA process has been wonderful, and I am happy to be confirmed and join this community.

Matt Orlando

Hi.  My name is Matt Orlando.  I’m a junior at Patrick Henry High School.  I  was baptized and made my first reconciliation and first communion years ago and now am completing my confirmation and my initiation into the church.  I plan on remaining a strong catholic for the rest of my life.

Kirsten Patalano

My name is Kirsten Lesley Patalano.  I grew up in Healdsburg, a small town in the wine country, in Northern California.  I moved to Southern California 17 years ago.  I have a loving and wonderful husband, Joey and two amazing children - Joseph, 8 and Kaylen, 5.  Our children attend St. Thérèse Academy and we are fortunate to be a part of the St. Thérèse Parish.  We have found a wonderful community of friends at St. Thérèse and feel blessed to be here.

Hi.  My name is Gary Peck.  I was born and raised in Southern California.  I am a son, husband, brother, life-long learner, musician and friend.

Hi, my name is Linda Shuk.  I have lived in San Diego all my life.  Jack, my husband, has been a member of St. Thérèse Parish and I am happy to join him here.  Jack and I have four grown children.