Rev. Nicholas Glisson, Pastor: Fr. Nick is originally from Florida. He moved to the Bay Area in 1991 to pursue doctoral studies in liturgical architecture. Following completion of his Ph.D. Fr. Nick returned briefly to his home state where he taught in the seminary but has since made the East Bay his home. He was appointed Parochial Administrator of Saint Lawrence-Saint Cyril in 2005 and Pastor in 2008. Fr. Nick also serves on the diocesan Cathedral Liturgical Commission.

Rev. Anthony Phan Lam, Vietnamese Community: Originally from Vietnam, Fr. Anthony served for many years as a Canon Lawyer, for the Diocese of Oakland. Although retired, Fr. Lam ministers to the Vietnamese community.



Rev. Kenneth Hamilton, SVD, in residence: Fr. Ken recently completed a doctorate in Cultural Studies. He teaches at the University of Notre Dame de Namur in Belmont and Star King School at the Graduate Theological Union. In addition he travels the nation leading parish retreats.

Rev. George Byarugaba, in residence: Fr. Ken recently completed a doctorate in Cultural Studies. He teaches at the University of Notre Dame de Namur in Belmont and Star King School at the Graduate Theological Union. In addition he travels the nation leading parish retreats.

Deacon Jeff Burns, Confirmation, RCIA: Originally from Ohio, Deacon Jeff grew up in southern California. He has a Ph.D. in history. He is the archivist for the Archdiocese of San Francisco, and the Director of the Academy of American Franciscan History. He lectures at the Franciscan School of Theology, California State University East Bay and St. Patrick's Seminary. Deacon Jeff works with Fr. George on the RCIA and leads the high school conformation program for the deanery. Deacon Jeff's wife Sabina teaches first grade in our school.

Sr. Mario Raffaelli, SHF, Faith Formation: As the longest-serving member of Saint Lawrence's pastoral staff, Sr. Mario has more than 35 year years experience heading the Faith Formation Program. Sr. Mario also leads ministry to the sick and homebound.



Barbara McCullough, Principal: As principal of Saint Lawrence School, Mrs. McCullough brings our students a wealth of experience in Catholic education. Hailing originally from San Francisco, she taught there at Saint Emydius School. She has been principal at Saint Mary's, Walnut Creek and Saint Leander's, San Leandro.

Martha Marquez, Latino Ministry: Originally from Mexico, Martha coordinates Spanish-speaking ministries. Together with Laura Lemus she prepares young women for Quinceañeras. She also assists in the parish office. Martha is pursuing a certificate in Pastoral Ministry.

Robert Cowen, Music Director: A native of Alaska, Rob recently completed a Master's Degree from the Academy of Music in San Francisco. He oversees music at all English liturgies and leads the parish choir.

Laura Lemus, Youth Ministry: Hailing from Santa Rosa, Laura is fluent in English and Spanish. She leads the parish high school youth group and assists at Quinceañeras training. Laura is pursuing a certificate in Pastoral Ministry.

Colin Smith, Office Manager: Colin came to us with a strong back ground in Social Services Management. He was formerly the Program Director of a work program for the Developmetally Disabled. He was a group home manager at a residential facility for Autistic Adults, and later for Autistic Children. Colin also was program director at an Adult Day Care (ADP) serving Developmentally disabled adults. Just prior to joining us, he was the program coordinator at the Oakland Meals on Wheels program, serving Seniors. Colin is from England and has been in the USA since 1986.