The St. Raymond Parish Staff is eager to serve our parishioners, visitors and guests. Most staff members can be reached through the rectory office at 815-722-6653.

Priests & Deacons

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  Fr. Brad Baker (Rector)

  Born in Joliet to Dick and Babe Baker. Fr. Brad attended Troy Public Schools and Joliet Catholic High School, graduating in the Class of 1982, and he received a B.A. in Marketing from Loras College in 1986.

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  Fr. Jason Stone

  Beginning June 18, Fr. Jason Stone has been assigned to our parish as Parochial Vicar. Fr. Jason was ordained a priest of our Diocese on Saturday, June 5.

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  Fr. Joseph Tapella (Vicar General, in residence)

  Fr. Joseph Tapella was born in Joliet, Illinois to George and Virginia Tapella. He attended Sacred Heart Grade School in Joliet and St. Charles Borromeo Seminary in Romeoville.

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  Rev. Mr. Edwin Petak

  With 25 years of serving the Cathedral Parish as Deacon, Ed Petak has served in many different capacities including sitting on the Parish Council and Worship Commission.

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  Rev. Mr. James Dalton

  Deacon Jim Dalton was ordained in the Cathedral on August 22, 2009. Besides assisting in the Mass, his ministry includes serving on the St. Vincent DePaul Society, Peace and Justice committee and leading the monthly St. Peregrine devotion.

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  Rev. Mr. James Kinsella

  Serving the Cathedral parish since his September 13, 2003 ordination to the diaconate, Deacon Jim served as chairperson of the art and environment committee for several years. Most recently, Deacon Jim was champion of the Heritage of Faith Project and continues to serve as the committee chair.

Staff Members

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  Melissa Versetto

  Youth Minister

  Melissa coordinates our junior high and high school youth programs.

  p. 815-722-6653, ext 25

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  Nick Thomas

  Music Director

  As Music Director, Nick provides music to enhance all of our liturgies at the Cathedral.

  p. 815-722-7465

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  Danielle Schumacher

  Parish Records/Weddings/Bulletins

  Danielle is responsible for maintaining and updating our parish records. She is also the primary contact for all weddings and she is the editor of our weekly bulletin.

  p. 815-722-6653, ext. 12

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  Pete Pluth

  Business Manager

  Pete is responsible for the stewardship of all financial operation of the parish.

  p. 815-722-6653, ext. 14

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  Christine Pershey

  Pastoral Associate

  As Pastoral Associate, Christine coordinates our Adult Faith Formation including RCIA, men’s and women’s retreats and lifelong catechesis. In addition she coordinates our baptism preparation program and administrates our Protecting God’s Children program.

  p. 815-722-6653, ext 15

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  Celia Kistler

  Front Office

  Celia is the first face/voice to greet you upon calling or visiting the rectory. She can help with Mass cards, Sacramental Certificates and prayer intentions.

  p. 815-722-6653, ext 11

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  Eileen Hooks Gutierrez

  Director of Development

  Eileen serves both the parish and the school as Director of Development. She is responsible for fundraising, stewardship and alumni relations. In addition, she advances and coordinates hospitality for all of the Diocesan events that are held here at the Cathedral.

  p. 815-722-6653, ext 42

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  Dr. Jennifer Groves

  Principal

  Dr. Groves is the administrator of our parish grade school.

  p. 815-722-6626

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  Patty Eggen

  Bookkeeper

  As bookkeeper, Patty is responsible for payroll, bill processing and our Automatic Offering System. She is also responsible for managing the parish calendar and administrates our Mass Intentions.

  p. 815-722-6653, ext 13

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  Sr. Kathryn Frankovich (SSFCR)

  Director of Religious Education

  Sr. Kathryn facilitates our Religious Education program for students in grades 1 through 8.

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  Sam Gentile

  Maintenance Engineer

  Sam is responsible for the maintenance, stewardship and security of the parish buildings.

Current rectory hours are:

• Mondays: 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
• Tuesdays: 8:30 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.
• Wednesdays: 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
• Thursdays: 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
• Fridays: 8:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
• Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. until noon
• Sundays: Closed

The rectory is at the corner of Douglas Street and Raynor Avenue. Parking is available on the street in front of the rectory.