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To seek Christ, Know Christ and Become Christ, each one for the sake of all

Fr. Dave Reith

Pastor

Background and Experience:
I was born in Milwaukee and graduated from Immaculate Heart of Mary Grade School in West Allis in 1964. My seminary training included graduating from De Sales Prep Seminary High School in 1968, St. Francis de Sales College in 1972, and St. Francis Seminary in 1976, with a Master of Divinity degree.

Archbishop William E. Cousins ordained me a priest on June 5, 1976 in St. Frances Cabrini Church, West Bend, where I served as a transitional deacon.

Previous assignments:

• Associate Pastor as a newly ordained priest at St. Mary’s, Burlington
• Intern year as Assistant Chancellor, Chancery Office
• Chaplain and Head of the Religion Department at St. Joseph High School, Kenosha
• Associate Pastor at Blessed Sacrament, Milwaukee
• Pastor of St. Mary’s Parish, Burlington
• Currently, Pastor of St. Dominic Parish, Brookfield

Service to the Archdiocese:

• Several terms on the Priest Senate, the Council of Priests, including as Moderator, and the College of Consultors
• Dean of District Three
• Currently, member of the Priest Placement Board
• Currently, a supervisor for Seminarian Interns at St. Dominic Parish
• Currently, a member of the Board of Trustees of St. Francis Seminary

Looking back over my twelve years in seminary education and training, I have many fond memories of a seminary that did a good job introducing us to the vision and teachings of the II Vatican Council. Especially, on the graduate level at St. Francis Seminary, I feel we were blessed with some wonderful professors who helped give us the skills necessary to be effective and successful in the challenges of pastoral ministry. We were recipients of good training, especially, in the areas of biblical, sacramental and moral theology.

Personal Statement

I am truly grateful for the many blessings I have come to experience in the work of priestly ministry. At times I am asked, “If you could turn the clock back and do it again, would you?” My answer has always been a heartfelt YES!

I have been blest with wonderful assignments over the years. I am a better priest today because of the many good people, parishioners, students, colleagues in ministry, etc. who have influenced me over the years and have truly revealed the face of Christ to me.

My present assignment as Pastor of the faith community of St. Dominic continues to be a daily source of blessing in my life. Sometimes, I simply wonder if I deserve to be so blest? I feel very fortunate to be part of a team of faith-filled, talented and generous colleagues who serve as members of the parish and school staffs.

The spirit of this wonderful faith community is something I inherited from the three dedicated pastors, who generously served here before me. As I presently see it, one of the most sacred parts of my shepherding ministry here is to continue sharing with so many people the responsibility of helping to build up and sustain the spirit and vitality the Body of Christ that is bonded together by parish membership.  Saint Dominic, pray for us!

Fr. Quintin Heck

Associate Pastor

Background and Experience:

• Bachelor of Arts, Cardinal Stritch University
• Bachelor of Arts, St. Meinrad College Seminary
• Master of Divinity, Mt. St. Mary’s University Seminary

Personal Statement

Serving as Associate Pastor I share in all areas of pastoral and liturgical life within the parish and school community. Serving this community of faith has been my most rewarding experience in ministry. The foundation in parish leadership that I have developed here over these past few years will continue to be an invaluable part of my priestly ministry. It is my hope to continue that journey with this community for many years to come.

Rich Harter

Pastoral Associate for Administrative Services and Adult/Family Ministry

Background and Experience:
Education:

• B.A. in Theology, Summa Cum Laude, St. John’s University, Collegeville, MN
• Master of Theological Studies, Summa Cum Laude, St. Francis Seminary, Milwaukee, WI
• Post Graduate Studies in Theology, St. Francis Seminary, Milwaukee, WI
• Post Graduate Studies in Education, Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI

Certifications:

• Pastoral Associate, Archdiocese of Milwaukee
• Parish Director, Archdiocese of Milwaukee
• Lay Preaching, Preaching Institute, Archdiocese of Milwaukee

Years of Professional Experience in Church Ministry:

• 27 years in the positions of Youth Minister, High School Theology Teacher, Adult and Family
  Minister, Human Concerns Minister, Parish Director, Pastoral Associate,
  and Director of Administrative Services

Areas of Responsibility at St. Dominic:

• Administrative Services:  Buildings and Grounds, Human Resources, Stewardship, Strategic Planning, and Supervision of Maintenance Staff and Parish Administrative Support Staff.
• Adult and Family Ministry:  Adult and Family Ministry Team, Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), Adult Confirmation, Theology on the Mount Program, Scripture and Theology Presentations, Marriage Programs, Retreats, Book Club, Advent/Lent Fairs, Parish Missions, and Adult Social Activities.

Areas of Responsibility outside St. Dominic:

• Speaker at Parishes throughout the Archdiocese, Archdiocesan Conference
  Presenter, JustFaith Journey to Justice Presenter for Catholic Charities, Presenter for Mount Mary College Theology on the Mount Program and Retreat Team Presenter for the Redemptorist Retreat Center in Oconomowoc

 Personal Statement

Susan McNeil

Pastoral Associate for Human Concerns and Family Ministry

Serving St. Dominic Parish since:  2001

Areas of responsibility:  Pastoral Care, Bereavement, Human Concerns and Outreach, Safeguarding God’s Children, Parenting Programs, Marriage Preparation

Background and Experience:

• Bachelor of Arts, with Honors - Alverno College
• Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies, with Honors - St. Francis Seminary
• Master of Divinity, with Honors - St. Francis Seminary
• Post-graduate work - University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
• Chaplain/social worker in hospice and oncology for 7 years.
• Adjunct faculty member for St. Francis Seminary

Personal Statement

It has been my deepest joy and pleasure to be part of this community.  Over the past few years, I have seen this parish grow in its care for others, in its outreach, in its understanding of justice. We have added more and more different outreach opportunities, and each time I have come to this community asking for help, assistance, funds or labor, you have responded abundantly. Our Lenten Outreach programs have grown bigger, with the whole parish embracing the project. I am so grateful to be a part of this community, and am constantly astounded by your generosity.

The great news is that there are lots of opportunities for parishioners of all ages to get involved – as individuals and as families – for as much or as little time as you have to offer. Please join us!

Kathleen Beuscher

Director of Child Ministry

Areas of Responsibility:
Children’s Ministry Classes, Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW), Special needs classes (RISEN), Sunday Nursery, First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Baptism Preparation, Vacation Bible School, Saturday Night at the Movies, Kids Bulletins, Gospel Champions Computer Games, Parish Welcome Program

Background and Experience:

• B.A – Religious Studies and Secondary Education, Cardinal Stritch University
• M.Ed -  Education with Professional Development in Ministry, Cardinal Stritch University
• Doctoral Candidate – Doctorate in Education for the Advancement of Leadership in Learning and Service, Cardinal Stritch University - Current
• St. Mary, Hales Corners 5 years Director of Youth Ministry
• St. Mary Nursing Home 1 ½ years Director of Pastoral Care
• Professional Certifications
  • Youth Ministry, Cardinal Stritch University
  • Adult/Family Ministry, Cardinal Stritch University
  • RTS Counselor, Gunderson Clinic
  • Advanced Skills Pastoral Bereavement Counseling, St. Paul National Center
• Professional Recognitions
  • MAREDA Excellence Award: Excellence in Catechetical Ministry 2004

Personal Statement

Timothy Benson

Director of Liturgy and Music

Background and Experience:

The very first time Tim was the organist for a Mass was on Easter Sunday when he was 10 years old, and since then, it's been a nearly unbroken chain of musical service to the Church. Tim has directed student and adult choirs since the 70s and in the early 80s spent time pursuing graduate degrees in musical composition (Cambridge University, King's College, and the Royal School of Church Music in London) and in choral and orchestral conducting (Wisconsin Conservatory of Music) under the mentorship of Margaret Hawkins. Tim's honors include being chosen as one of the auditioned conductors at the Saranac Lake convention of the American Choral Directors' Association in 1985 where he trained with conductors including Gregg Smith (Gregg Smith Singers), Margaret Hillis (Chicago Symphony Orchestra), Robert Page (Cleveland Symphony Orchestra), and Robert Shaw (Atlanta Symphony Orchestra). Since 1994, Tim has served on the conducting staff of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra as the assistant conductor of the Milwaukee Symphony Chorus. He's often seen before concerts of the MSO leading "Behind the Notes", lively give-and-take sessions that discuss the works being performed at that evening's concert. His role with the orchestra also sees him writing occasional program notes, and Tim is responsible for developing the orchestra's educational materials used in schools throughout southeast Wisconsin as resources for teachers before concerts their students will attend. When he's not involved in music making, either at St. Dominic or with the Milwaukee Symphony, you'll likely find Tim in a helicopter in the skies over the area. He holds both Commercial and CFI (Certified Flight Instructor) helicopter ratings and would rather fly than eat and just a glance gives you an idea of how much he likes to eat!

Personal Statement:

My involvement with my parish family here at St. Dominic from providing music for weddings and funerals to sacramental celebrations, seasonal devotions, and weekend Masses is my greatest joy. I treasure the enduring friendships I've made here, and am beyond thankful for the opportunity to worship with you as we all help one another on our way to sanctity. "When in our music God is glorified and adoration leaves no room for pride, it is as though the whole creation cried: 'Alleluia!'" God bless you all!

Debbie Olla

Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry

Junior high and high school Christian Formation, Confirmation Preparation, Retreat program, Youth activities: social, community, service (including the summer outreach camp and GroupWorkcamp), Youth conferences, Training of volunteers in the Youth Ministry area (teen and adult). Young Adult Ministry, Theology on Tap, Quad Parish events in youth and young adult ministry.

Background and Experience:

• Certification in Youth Ministry - Cardinal Stritch University
• Certification in Youth Ministry from the National Federation of Catholic Youth Ministry
• Region VII Interim Youth Ministry Program
• Mary, Queen of Heaven, 6 years Director of Youth Ministry.
• National Evangelization Teams, served on NET for 1 year
• Published Author; Retreats for Teens, Pflaum Publishing.

Personal Statement

I consider myself a product of youth ministry, having grown in my faith and coming to a personal relationship with Christ through my experiences in youth ministry as a teen.  It brought me into my vocation as a lay minister in the church.

My years here at St. Dominic’s have been filled with growth in many ways. I have seen the parish grow in numbers. I have grown numerous ways in my profession. I have grown to come to know many parishioners as friends. I have grown spiritual through my ministry, interactions and prayer with the family of St. Dominic’s.

Karen Chaffee

Director of Finance Administration and Technology

Background and Experience: 

• Bachelor degree in Finance – Major in Accounting from UW-Whitewater
• Certified Public Accountant - Worked in public accounting, specializing in audit, tax, and small business accounting, for over 25 years.
• Director of Finance at St. Dominic parish since January of 2006.

006Areas of Responsibility:

• Parish and school accounting

• Monthly financial statements

• Tuition billing

• Annual Budget

• Payroll

• Festival/Auction accounting

• Technology

• Endowment

• All related financial matters

Personal Statement

My husband, Bryant and I have been members of the St. Dominic Community since 1989.  We are honored to have two young boys, Ryan and Aaron who attend St. Dominic School.  Our boys keep us involved in scouting, sports, and many school related functions.  I am truly delighted to continue my involvement through association with the St. Dominic staff and the many giving and faith-filled parishioners of our parish community.  Thanks!         

Kay Abel

Administrative Assistant

Areas of Responsibility:
Publish weekly bulletin and quarterly newsletter.  Schedule facilities and calendar for the parish.  Update parish member information in database.  Process contribution envelopes.  Assist with administrative tasks for parish staff and volunteers.

Personal Statement

I’m happily married, have 1 son who is 10 years old and 3 step-children. I enjoy pets and have a Bichon puppy, a cat and fish. My husband and I enjoy our hobby of home vintners, going to classic car shows, NASCAR races and anything outdoors.

Jeanne Verthein

Assistant to the Director of Finance Administration

Areas of Responsibility:
Posting and Reporting Contributions
Accounts Receivable/Payable
Processing School Fees/Tuition Payments
Processing ACH payments
Support for Director of Finance Administration

Background and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication from UW-Milwaukee

• Office Manager of Art/Custom Framing Business

• 9 years of banking experience in both Madison & Milwaukee

Personal Statement

Debbie Caputo

Administrative Assistant - Christian Formation

Areas of Responsibility:
Administrative assistance to Kathie Beuscher and Debbie Olla for their Christian Formation classes, sacramental preparation, and many of their other yearly programs.  Assist Susan McNeil with Safeguarding God’s Children and the Marriage Preparation programs.  Provide administrative support to other staff members and volunteers for a variety of other parish programs.

Personal Statement

Barb Schenauer

Administrative - Liturgy/Music and Human Concerns

Areas of Responsibility:
Manage the Front Office and our crew of loyal receptionist volunteers
Department of Music & Liturgy and Human Concerns support.

• St. Ben's Meal Program
• Elizabeth Ministry
• Rosebud Program
• Bereavement Ministry
• Baptism program
• Mass Intentions and sanctuary lamps
• Ministers of Hospitality schedules
• Sacramental certificates and documentation
• Printing and distribution of the
  Orders of Worship, and maintaining the kiosks and bulletin boards in Church.

Personal Statement

Larry La Fond

Deacon

Areas of Responsibility:  My Diaconal Covenant includes Parents’ Baptism Class, Preside at Baptisms as assigned, Administer FOCCUS and Marriage Preparation, Preside at weddings as assigned, Communion calls to the homebound,
Funeral Vigils, Religious Awards for Scouts, Communion Services, Stations of the Cross, St. Ben’s Meal Program, and Assist at Mass as assigned.

Background and Experience:
1983 – Ordained to the Diaconate on January 22 1983. Formation and Training – St. Francis Seminary 1958 – Graduate of Pius XI High School

December, 2006 – Retired after 48 + years in the floor covering business, the last 34 as the managing partner of the Kerns Carpets Store in Fox Point.

Personal Statement

Each day I prayerfully remind myself that IT is the Lord’s church, you are His people and I am a servant in His vineyard. What joy and happiness I have found in being HIS servant even in the hardest of times!

Steve Veres

Maintenance Supervisor

Serving St. Dominic Parish since: 2005

Background and Experience:  Over twenty years of on hands experience in the building and grounds field. Completion of courses in Power Engineering, Asbestos management, B&G pump repair, and welding.

Areas of Responsibility:  Maintenance of the buildings and grounds including, lawn care, snow removal, asbestos management.

Personal Statement

I was born and raised in South Milwaukee and presently reside there with Barb my wife of eleven years. We have a wonderful 8 year old daughter, Madison with whom we were blessed.

I feel privileged to be able to work together with the staff and volunteers here at St. Dominic to provide a clean and safe environment for everyone.

John Chovanec

School Administrator

Background and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science - University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
• Master of Education from Marquette University
• St. Frances Cabrini School:  Junior high social studies teacher and assistant athletic director
• St. Gabriel School - Hubertus: Principal
   

Statement of Philosophy

Mary Kay Reinbold

School Secretary

Background and Experience:
 

Areas of Responsibility:
Prepare written communications/forms; handle all telephone communications; maintain student records and files; work cooperatively with the school faculty, parish staff, parents and students.

Personal Statement

Terry Timm

Maintenance

Areas of Responsibility:
Nighttime maintenance.
 

Personal Statement

Barbara Kramer

Maintenance

Areas of Responsibility:
Weekend Maintenance

Chris Wildish

Maintenance

Areas of Responsibility:
 

Dorothy Lange

Housekeeping

Areas of Responsibility:
 

Personal Statement

Linda DiCiaula

Housekeeping

Areas of Responsibility:
 

Personal Statement