1. When did you join the parish team at Ste Anne’s?

I joined the parish team, first as a music minister in 1980 and a Youth Coordinator in 1992

2. What languages do you speak? Is there a language you would like to learn?

I speak English. I studied German in High School but wish I had learned FRENCH!!

3. What are the favorite places around the world you’ve visited?

I’ve been through a lot of Canada, from the east coast to the west coast as well as to various places in the United States. But my favourite” all time” place to be is at Holy Family Retreat House in Oxley Ontario.​​​​​​​

4. My favourite thing to do in my “free time” is…

I love to read, pray and sit by the lake.​​​​​​​

5. Team iPhone or Android?

I am on Team iPhone, iPad, I have a Macbook but don’t use it except for retreats.

6. If I could hang-out with any saint, it would be…

I have a few favourite Saints. My long-time favourites are St. Teresa of Calcutta and St. Francis. Recently however I have been spending time with St. Andre’ from Montreal.​​​​​​​

7. My secret talent is…

I am a seamstress. Many moons ago I made wedding gowns, bridesmaids gowns and formals. Today it’s just repairs…​​​​​​​

8. My confirmation name is…

Marie!​​​​​​​

9. My favorite thing about parish ministry is:

Working and praying with people!!​​​​​​​

10. You might want to talk to me if…. 
You want to get involved in one of our many parish ministries or if you would like to take one or both of our retreats: The Beloved Retreat and/or The Divine Encounter Retreat Experiences. You can also talk to me if you are looking for, or know of, a good deal… I love a bargain and networking!!