Families of parishes are groups of parishes, generally three to six, sharing resources to advance the mission, including having multiple priests and deacons serving the family of parishes — working together and sharing resources and talents to further advance our shared mission.

We encourage you to visit www.familiesofparishes.org for a list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Family of Parishes – Our Team of Priests – In Solidum

So, what does “In Solidum” mean?
In the In Solidum model, a group of priests share responsibility for a Family of Parishes, with help from deacons. One priest among the group will serve as a “moderator” for the family. Although priests may primarily minister at one or two parishes, they share responsibility for every parish in the family. The moderator acts as a sort of “first among equals” who is tasked with coordinating collaboration, resolving differences, and speaking on behalf of the family.

Our team of Priests:

Fr. Zbigniew Grankowski – Currently serves as Pastor at St. Barbara.
Fr. Terrence Kerner – Currently serves as Pastor at St. Kateri Tekakwitha and Administrator at St. Alphonsus-St. Clement. Fr. Kerner has also accepted the role of Moderator of the family.
Fr. David Lesniak – Currently serves as Pastor at St. Maria Goretti.

The Rouge Family of Parishes Directors:
Larry Winey, Director of Discipleship Formation
Dcn. Regis Buckley, Director of Engagement
Therese Terns, Director of Evangelical Charity
Dcn. Thomas Leonard, Director of Family Ministries
Kevin Jakubowicz, Director of Worship
Rob Ciavaglia, Director of Mission Support