Pastoral Council

Council Chair

Patty Hernandez

Patty is a Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) sponsor and an Extraordinary Eucharistic minister. Her involvement at SPH has included participation in the Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) Retreat planning team, Alpha courses, Evangelization team, Life Teen (youth group) core team, Funeral Luncheon Program, Parish Festival and White Elephant sale.

Patty’s willingness to listen, learn and respectfully engage in critical conversations is appreciated by Pastoral Council members. She believes in the strength of our diversity and her extensive experience in race equity and other social justice issues brings an important perspective to Pastoral Council.

Patty enjoys our welcoming environment and that SPH is truly a place to belong!

Council Member

Jack Jordan

I’ve been a member of St. Patrick community for the last 5 years through CYO Sports and a member of the parish for the last two years.

I have coached softball, volleyball and basketball at SPH and was excited to expand my involvement with the parish when Fr. Mark asked me to join the Pastoral Council. I am newly married to my wife, Sarah, and we have two girls that attend St. Pat’s school.

I referee high school football and basketball and I’m also an avid Lions fan! Welcome to St. Patrick of Heatherdowns Parish, a place where we all can belong!

Council Member

Marianna McClure

Marianna McClure has been attending St Patrick’s of Heatherdowns since childhood with her grandparents (Thomas and Beverly Bishop) and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Marianna’s husband, Connor McClure, completed the OCIA program at St Pats and was baptized in 2022. They have been active parishioners through involvement with the Parish Retreat Team and OCIA Program.

Marianna is honored to continue serving this community through involvement on Parish Council this year. God Bless!

Council Member

Marie Rogers

I’ve been a member at St. Pat’s since I moved here in 2002 with my husband Jeff and our children Katie, Becca and Joe. We’ve added Scott, Jake and Liza along with eight grandchildren to our family in our time here. In addition to being kept busy with them and work my mom, Pat, lives with us along with several furry friends.

I’ve served in various ministries in my time in the parish including CRHP, Adult Faith Formation, Alpha, and the Parish Retreat Committee. I’ve also been a teacher in the family faith program and served as a Eucharistic Minister.

The love and support I have found here at St. Pat’s is priceless and a true blessing. I look forward to serving on Pastoral Council and serving the community in any way possible.

Council Member

Carmen Vega-Perez

I am honored to be chosen to be on the 2025 Pastoral Council for St. Patrick’s of
Heatherdowns. This church is truly a “Place to Belong”. I have been a member of St.
Pat’s since 2009, although not always with regular attendance. The more I come and
get involved, the more pleasant the experience.

I am married to Nelson Perez, and we have four beautiful daughters. We are now enjoying seven grandchildren and one more coming in February 2026. We are blessed. At the end of this year, I will be retiring from Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE), where I have been employed for the last 42 years. The mission of ABLE to provide legal services to low-income people is what kept me on the job. I am looking forward to serving on the Pastoral Council to help move us forward.

Council Member

Norma Jean Jackson

I am Norma Jean Jackson, the wife of 42 years to Darrell Jackson, mother of 2 and grandmother of 6.

I completed my Master of Arts in Theology with the emphasis in Intercultural Ministry from Catholic Theological Union, Bachelors in Education, and Two Associates in Arts in Pottery and Painting. My work history includes 18 years in the Aerospace Industry, 38 years as a Director of Ministries & Faith Formation/Evangelization, working with Lay Ecclesial and Liturgical Ministers mostly in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, where I also became a Certified Spiritual Director through Loyola Marymount University.

I have enjoyed these past three years as the Music Teacher here at Saint Pats, Darrell assists me with the music for the School Mass as I support him in Black Catholic Ministry Diocese of Toledo. We dedicate our time with our couple's ministry Retrouvaille, Ministry to Catholic Charismatic Renewal (MCCR) Healing Ministry, and 12 Step recovery.

Our devotion to the young church and dedication to our own family traditions make our vocation to and with each other a journey filled with affirmations beyond measure.

Council Member

Mark Kusner

Theresa and I have been incredibly blessed by joining St. Pat's a mere 3 years ago. We have 6 grown children, 3 daughter and son in laws, as well as 9 grandchildren in our 45 years of Marriage.

Retirement 5 years ago has not slowed me down, while keeping busy volunteering for 3 non profit organizations, and attending grandchildren’s activities. Here at St. Pat's, I enjoy volunteering as a Lector, Sunday collection money counter, Parish Council, Finance Council, St. Vincent de Paul Feed your Neighbor Home Deliveries, Adult Spiritual Formation, and Retreat Team member. My hobbies include woodworking and RV travel.

Council Member

Jay Repka

I've been a member of Saint Patrick of Heatherdowns since 1998. I'm a singer in the choir and a cantor as well.

I love volunteering with the Knights of Columbus council 14155, of which I'm in charge of membership.

I have a daughter and son ages 29 and 26. And I'm starting a new career as a Substitute Teacher.

Council Member

Sharleen Suico

The warm welcoming feel of St. Pat’s is how God led me to be an active member here since 2012, along with my husband, Roberto. We have 2 adorable 4 year old Cavapoos, Oliver and Enzo. They keep us busy and happy along with traveling, running and cycling, just to name a few things we enjoy in our spare time.

Over the years I have been able to serve in various ministries including CRHP, Alpha, Adult Spiritual Formation and the Parish Retreat. I love all that St. Pat’s has to offer our community and feel blessed to be a small part of it. St. Pat’s is our family here in Toledo. So I am excited to serve on Pastoral Council and happy to help our community in any way I can!