SECRETARIAT FOR EVANGELIZATION, EDUCATION, AND FORMATION
OFFICE OF EDUCATION
The mission of the Office of Education is to lead, serve, and empower communities of faith that inspire souls and transform minds.
Phone: 610-871-5200
Website: www.adschools.org
SUPERINTENDENT OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION
The Superintendent of Catholic Education is the chief executive officer of the diocesan school system and oversees the management, supervision, and direction of all educational programs of the Diocese, exclusive of those conducted at DeSales University and Alvernia University.
Superintendent of Catholic Education:
Dr. Michael St. Pierre, Ed.D.
Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 2325
Email: mstpierre@allentowndiocese.org
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Mr. Robert Donchez, President
Rev. Msgr. Daniel J. Yenushosky, V.G.
Rev. Christopher M. Zelonis
Mr. Paul Jarrell
Mr. Matthew Kloiber
Mrs. Aimee Langan
Dr. Kathleen Nevel
Dr. Rudy Ruth
Mrs. Lynn Sabol
Mr. Mark Scarbinsky
Mrs. Linda Schiller
The Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction oversees and supports the academic programs and initiatives of all schools.
Assistant Superintendent (Curriculum & Instruction):
Mrs. Karen Rolston
Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 2326
Email: krolston@allentowndiocese.org
The Coordinator of Leadership Development oversees and supports the Leadership Academy as well as teachers who are pursuing additional training.
Coordinator of Leadership Development:
Mr. Matthew Carlin
Phone: 610 435-8981
Email: mcarlin@stjohnvianneyschool.org
The Director of School Enrollment and Marketing leads strategic initiatives to grow enrollment and promotes the unique value of Catholic education in the Diocese. Responsibilities include marketing campaigns, community outreach, and supporting schools in building strong enrollment practices.
Director of School Enrollment and Marketing:
Mrs. Cara Meskill
Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 2023
Email: cmeskill@allentowndiocese.org
The Director of School Development leads strategic development efforts to support school sustainability and growth. The role focuses on advancing the mission of Catholic education through fundraising, event planning, donor engagement, and scholarship funding.
Director of School Development:
Ms. Valerie Versmee
Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 2317
Email: vversmee@allentowndiocese.org
Administrative Assistant and Data Analyst:
Mrs. Mary Cartier
Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 2328
Email: mcartier@allentowndiocese.org
Administrative Assistant:
Mrs. Elena Lanzieri
Phone: 610-866-0581 x 2310
Email: elanzieri@allentowndiocese.org
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
The Director of Catechesis provides support for DREs as well as theology instructors K-12.
Director of Catechesis: Ms. Katie Albright
Phone: 610-663-7537
Email: kalbright@allentowndiocese.org
OFFICE OF EVANGELIZATION AND FORMATION
The mission of the Office of Evangelization and Formation is to assist pastors and lay parish leaders in their evangelizing efforts by providing resources, formation, and support to empower and strengthen parish ministries. The Office also offers direct ministry to the people of the Diocese through faith enrichment events and programs.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR EVANGELIZATION AND FORMATION
The Executive Director for Evangelization and Formation provides overall leadership and strategic direction for efforts to evangelize, enrich faith, and strengthen parish and campus ministries. The executive director represents the diocese on key commissions and groups of the lay faithful and is a guest speaker at parish and school events and retreats.
Executive Director for Evangelization and Formation: Mrs. Magdalene Riggins
Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 2022
Fax: 610-867-8702
Email: mriggins@allentowndiocese.org
MINISTRY WITH PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Ministry with Persons with Disabilities, Diocese of Allentown, is committed to facilitate the implementation of the Pastoral Statement of U.S. Catholic Bishops on People with Disabilities which calls for “realizing the unique gifts individuals with disabilities have to offer the Church” and Society and to advocate for the inclusion of persons with disabilities in the full participation of the liturgical and sacramental life of the Church.
Contact: Mrs. Magdalene Riggins
Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 2022
Email: mriggins@allentowndiocese.org
OFFICE OF MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE
Directs, administers, and supports marriage preparation, marriage enrichment, the family life ministry, and is liaison to the Bishop’s Commission for Women and the Natural Family Planning and Fertility Awareness Task Force.
Director: Mrs. Rhady Tulloch
Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 2035
Email: rtulloch@allentowndiocese.org
OFFICE OF YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
Directs, administers, and supports the evangelization and formation efforts of parish youth ministry, including Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) and Scouting. Serves the young adult population through various diocesan events. Serves as the Director of Campus Ministry at Lafayette College.
Director: Mrs. Zelenda Hodgskin
Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 2312
Email: zhodgskin@allentowndiocese.org
COLLEGE CHAPLAINS
Alvernia University
Ms. Stephanie Gonzalez
Senior Campus Minister in Residence
400 St. Bernardine St.
Reading, PA 19607
Phone: 610-796-1961
Fax: 610-796-8324
Alvernia University
Ms. Abby Canela
Director for Mission and Ministry
400 St. Bernardine St.
Reading, PA 19607
Phone: 610-796-5512
Fax: 610-796-8324
Email: abby.canela@alvernia.edu
DeSales University
Rev. Daniel T. Lannen, O.S.F.S.
Office of Campus Ministry
2755 Station Ave.
Center Valley, PA 18034-9568
Phone: 610-282-1100, Ext. 1313
Fax: 610-282-1772
Kutztown University
Rev. Matthew J. Kuna
St. Christopher Catholic Newman Center
15207 Kutztown Rd.
Kutztown, PA 19530
Phone: 610-683-8467
Email: catholicchaplain@kutztown.edu
Website: www.saintchristopher-ku.org
Lafayette College
Rev. Alexander Brown
Phone: 302-379-5875
Email: abrown@allentowndiocese.org
Campus Minister: Mrs. Zelenda Hodgskin
Phone: 610-866-0581, Ext. 2312
Email: zhodgskin@allentowndiocese.org
Lehigh University
Rev. Stephan A. Isaac
Email: sisaac@allentowndiocese.org
Pastoral Assistance: Mr. Ronald Koach
Newman Center at Lehigh University
417 Carlton Ave.
Bethlehem, PA18015-1583
Phone: 610-758-4148
Fax: 610-867-6839
Email: rjk5@lehigh.edu
Muhlenberg College
Rev. Keith A. Mathur
Email: kmathur@allentowndiocese.org
Campus Minister: Mrs. Genevieve Anatalio
Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 2330
Email: goconnor@allentowndiocese.org
CATHOLIC YOUTH ORGANIZATION (CYO) & SCOUTING
Assistant Coordinator/CYO:
Mr. Daniel Jones
Phone: 610-554-7878
Email: djones@allentowndiocese.org
CYO District 1: Northampton
Priest Director: Rev. Keaton C. Eidle
Phone: 610-253-3553
Commissioner: Mr. Fran Rowley
Phone: 610-553-3868
Email: cyodistrict1@aol.com
CYO District 2: Lehigh
Priest Director: Rev. Rev. Aaron R. Scheidel
Phone: 610-433-6461
Commissioner: Mr. John O’Connell, Jr.
Phone: 610-509-0355
Email: lehighcountycyo@gmail.com
CYO District 3: Berks
Priest Director: Rev. David J. Loeper
Phone: 610-856-1006
Commissioner: Mr. David Jones
Phone: 610-334-5624
Email: djones1409@gmail.com
CYO District 4: Schuylkill
Priest Director: Rev. Kevin J. Bobbin
Phone: 570-622-5470
Commissioner: Mr. Gino Youry
Phone: 570-527-2156
Email: gdogg50@hotmail.com
CYO District 5: Carbon/North Schuylkill
Priest Director: Rev. Christopher M. Zelonis
Phone: 610-377-3690
Commissioner: Mr. Phil Liszka
Phone: 610-377-3690
Email: phill@ptd.net
Director of Catholic Scouting:
Rev. Eric N. Tolentino
Phone: 570-889-3850
Allentown Diocese Catholic Committee on Scouting
Diocesan Lay Chairman:
Mr. Fred Flemming
Website: www.adccos.org
DIOCESAN COMMISSIONS
COMMISSION FOR WOMEN:
Diocesan Liaison, Mrs. Rhady Tulloch
Phone: 610-866-0581, Ext. 2035
Email: rtulloch@allentowndiocese.org
COMMISSION FOR MEN:
Diocesan Liaison, Mrs. Magdalene Rig-gins
Phone: 610-866-0581, Ext. 2022
Email: mriggins@allentowndiocese.org
COMMISSION FOR YOUNG ADULTS:
Diocesan Liaison, Mrs. Zelenda Hodgskin
Phone: 610-866-0581, Ext. 2312
Email: zhodgskin@allentowndiocese.org
Regional Young Adult Ministries On Facebook, Search: Diocese of Allentown Young Adult Ministry.
CURSILLO MOVEMENT
Spiritual Director: Rev. Martin F. Kern
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish Center
3219 Santee Rd.
Bethlehem, PA18020-2833
Phone: 610-867-8409
Fax: 610-867-4870
Lay Director: Mr. Woody Siciliano
Phone: 610-253-0814
COURAGE/ENCOURAGE
Courage is an international apostolate of the Catholic Church that ministers to persons with same-sex attractions. EnCourage ministers to the spouses, family, and friends of those struggling with same-sex attractions.
Director: Rev. Bernard J. Ezaki
Phone: 610-573-7150
Email: Courage@allentowndiocese.org
Website: www.couragerc.org
OFFICE OF HISPANIC AFFAIRS
Serves as a liaison and catalyst for the Hispanic community by ministering, assessing, and responding in various pastoral dimensions in the community’s native language. Provides leadership formation; promotes the full integration of the Hispanic community into the life and mission of the Church by assisting parishes directly in its Diocesan mission to serve Hispanic Catholics within its boundaries by means of a Pastoral de Conjunto (Communion in Mission); collaborates with Diocesan Secretariats in jointly sponsored pastoral outreach.
219 W. Susquehanna St.
Allentown, PA 18055
Bishop’s Delegate to the Hispanic Community: Ana C. Hidalgo, MSP, Th.M.
Phone: 610-866-0581, Ext. 2034
Fax: 610-289-7917
Email: ahidalgo@allentowndiocese.org
Administrative-Pastoral Assistant:
Ms. Adamary Rodríguez
Phone: 610-866-0581 Ext. 2032
Email: arodriguez@allentowndiocese.org
RegionalPriest Coordinators of Hispanic Ministry:
Lehigh, Northampton Deaneries:
Rev. Andrew N. Gehringer
Phone: 610-866-1121
Email: agehringer@allentowndiocese.org
Berks, Carbon, Schuylkill Deaneries:
Rev. Msgr. Thomas J. Orsulak
Phone: 610-372-9652
Email: torsulak@allentowndiocese.org
Hispanic Movements & Ministries Adoradores Nocturnos Eucarísticos
Spiritual Advisor:
Rev. Juan Eduardo Rodríguez
Phone: 610-653-1691
Email: jrodriguez@allentowndiocese.org
Cursillo de Cristiandad Spiritual Advisor: Rev. Angel L. García-Almodóvar
Phone: 610-376-2919
Email: agarciaalmodovar@allentowndiocese.org
Commission for Men (Hispanic):
Office of Hispanic Affairs
Phone: 610-866-0581, Ext. 2034
Encuentro Matrimonial
Spiritual Advisor: Deacon Saúl Hernández
Phone: 610-248-1841
Email: shernandez@allentowndiocese.org
Evangelización San Andrés Spiritual Advisor: Deacon Jaime Peña
Phone: 610-763-2763
Email: drociopardo1326@comcast.net
Hermandad de Emaús
Spiritual Advisor: Deacon Ramón Rodríguez
Phone: 610-434-5171
Email: rrodriguez@allentowndiocese.org
Juan XXIII
Spiritual Advisor: Rev. David J. Kozak
Phone: 610-867-5122
Email: dkozak@allentowndiocese.org
Lazos de Amor Mariano Spiritual Director: Deacon Isidro González-Rivera
Phone: 610-216-6657
Email: igonzalez-rivera@allentowndiocese.org
Legión de María
Spiritual Advisor: Rev. Joseph S. Ganser
Phone: 610-376-2919
Email: jganser@allentowndiocese.org
Preciosísima Sangre de Cristo
Spiritual Advisor: Deacon Ramón Rolón
Phone: 610-780-5434
Email: rrolon@allentowndiocese.org
Renovación Carismática
Spiritual Advisor: Deacon Arcadio León
Phone: 610-866-1121
Email: aleon@allentowndiocese.org
Santo Nombre:
Spiritual Advisor: Deacon Arcadio León
Phone: 610-866-1121
Email: aleon@allentowndiocese.org
Spanish Marriage Preparation
Hispanic Ministry Office
Phone: 610-866-0581, Ext. 2034
Comité Hispano Diocesano
Hispanic Ministry Office
Phone: 610-866-0581, Ext. 2034