Pastoral Council
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Bill Cashin
After graduating from Villanova and Wharton, Bill earned his CPA in Delaware, and then obtained his Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Chartered Market Technician (CMT) designations for the fixed income securities business, where he spent his business career at firms including General Motors, Citibank, Sanwa Securities and the Beacon Trust.
Bill Cashin and his wife Susie moved to Chatham in late 1969 and joined Corpus Christi Parish at that time. As the years passed, their children, Sarah and Elizabeth, were in the Corpus Christi religious education program where Susie taught, and they both graduated from the Chatham Public School system. More recently, Bill has been active in the St. Joseph Guild (to assist at funerals) as well as the annual Carnival.
Valerie Coffey
Valerie and Mike Coffey and their 2 daughters relocated to Madison NJ from the northern suburbs of Chicago in the summer of 2001 due to a job change for Mike. This new job would be located in Manhattan. We discovered Corpus Christi Parish while on a random drive in the spring of 2002 and have been members ever since. What seemed like such an inconsequential ride that day turned out to be a life changing event for our family as we had been seeking to find a new Church. We have been parishioners for 20 years and find great joy, enrichment, community, and comfort here. The opportunities to volunteer time and talent offer something for a wide range of personal interests. I have participated in many.
By training, I earned a BSN in Nursing from the University of Illinois. It was at the Medical Center Campus where Mike and I met and we have been married 42 years. Like most new grads upon graduation, my nursing career began in a hospital. When our family grew in size, the lifestyle of hospital nursing was in conflict with our family’s needs. Nursing is a very versatile profession so ambulatory care was where I spent most of my career. Pediatrics was my primary focus. I am now retired and am Grandma to 4 little ones.
This is an exciting time for Corpus Christi parish. I look forward to working with fellow Council members and all of you.
Brian Duemling
After graduating from the United States Military Academy at West Point, Brian served in the United States Army as an airborne ranger qualified infantry officer, including a combat tour in Iraq. He earned his MBA at Boston University and has held leadership positions in the engineering/manufacturing industry for 25 years. Brian currently works in the electronics industry.
Brian Duemling and his wife Joanne moved to Chatham Township in 2001 and joined Corpus Christi Parish, where they have volunteered over the years. Brian taught in the Middle School religious education program for 12 years and then served as Middle School Religious Education Coordinator for 5 years. He also participated as a chaperone in the Habitat for Humanity and Bridges programs. Their children, Courtney and Caroline, were in the Corpus Christi religious education program and they both graduated from the Chatham Public School system. More recently, Brian serves as a Eucharist Minister and continues to participate actively at the annual Corpus Christi Carnival.
Kelly Falcone
Kelly Falcone has been a parishioner of Corpus Christi, and a resident of Chatham Township, for over 20 years. She brings a variety of professional and volunteer skills and experiences to her role at the Parish Council Chairperson at Corpus Christi Parish.
Kelly has a former background as an advertising media executive, human resources manager, professional career counselor, and fitness and nutrition coach. She currently owns her own consulting and coaching business. Kelly earned a B.A. in Speech Communication from the University of Maryland, and an M.A. in Counseling from Montclair State University.
Kelly has been a lector at Corpus Christi for over a decade, and was a lector at her former parish, St. Joseph’s, in Yorkville/New York City. She has served in multiple volunteer roles at Corpus Christi, and also in the community, including the Advancement Cabinet at Mount Saint Mary Academy in Watchung, the PTO Executive Board at Southern Boulevard School, and as a Chatham Girl Scout troop leader.
Kelly is excited to serve the parish in this new role, and looks forward to inspiring and welcoming other parishioner to share their gifts with our community.
Paul Landolfe
Paul Landolfe has been a parishioner of Corpus Christi and a resident of Chatham New Jersey for 21 years. He has been active in the parish for many years as a lector, CYO Basket coach, part of the Fathers Group/Men’s Society, Knights of Columbus and volunteer at the carnival. Paul and his wife Cory, have been married for 39 years, have three children and a new grandson.
Paul earned a BBA in Marketing and Economics from Pace University, and an MBA in Finance from Iona College. He has been in the financial services for many years. He holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) certification, administered by the Investments & Wealth Institute® and taught in conjunction with The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He also holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (SM) certification from the College for Financial Planning, and the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor certification, from The National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA), an affiliate organization of the American Retirement Association (ARA).
Paul likes to spend his free time with family and friends, playing golf, tennis, skiing, and experiencing good food and wine. Paul is looking forward to bringing his life experience to the new role on the Parish council and serving our Corpus Christi Church community.
Cristin McKenna
Cristin McKenna is grateful to be offered the opportunity to serve on the parish council. She and her husband, Douglas Bennett, and their two daughters appreciate being members of the Corpus Christi community. Her two daughters, Christianna and Teresa, are in the Teen Handbell Choir which is a source of great joy in sharing beautiful music with the parish. Cristin also serves on the Family Ministry Committee and was a catechist for several years when her children were younger.
Cristin grew up in St Stephen’s parish in Kearny, NJ and was educated at Catholic grammar school, high school, and college (St. Stephen’s, Queen of Peace, and Manhattan College). In going through the RCIA process with her husband, who converted prior to their wedding, and in teaching the children’s curriculum at Corpus Christi she realized her Catholic education had not grown much since college. A deeper understanding of both Catholicism and the relationship with God of both Catholics and non-Catholics is an ongoing goal. As parish council member she looks forward to hearing from fellow parishioners how Jesus informs their daily words, thoughts and actions.
After college Cristin completed a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences from New Jersey Institute of Technology. She was unsuccessful in her goal of cleaning up all of New Jersey and after a few years decided medical school was likely easier than this goal. Therefore, she went to Rutgers Medical School and completed her M.D. followed by residency also at Rutgers in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She partners with patients who have neurological and musculoskeletal conditions to improve their function and ability to engage in activities they deem important. Her passion for health at all ages of life informs both her work with adult patients in her professional life and her work with the young girls and women who she coaches in soccer.
Alexandra Rigal
Alexandra Rigal has grown up in Chatham Township and is currently in the 11th Grade. She has been an active member of Corpus Christi Parish since her young childhood as a member of the Cherub Choir, the Angel Chime Choir, the Joyful Noise Choir, and the Junior Bell Choir.
Alexandra has received her religious education through the Faith Formation program at Corpus Christi and has been blessed to receive the Sacraments of First Holy Communion and just recently Confirmation at the Parish. Throughout the Faith Formation program, Alexandra has enjoyed participating in the life of the Parish through our various youth outreach programs and family activities. She continues to be an active participant in our Teen Ministry in our “Teen Night Live” and “Discipleship Nights.”
Alexandra is currently volunteering as a Catechist, teaching 4th Grade for our elementary school Faith Formation Program. She is also serving as a new lector at our Parish.
Alexandra enjoys theater and has performed in a number of plays, including performances and workshops at the Chatham Playhouse. In addition to acting, she has participated in Mock Trial competitions, is an avid reader, and has become a talented crochet artist.
Alexandra is honored to be a member of the newly formed Parish Council. She is looking forward to working with all members of the Parish, including her peers, in the hope that everyone’s unique gifts, talents, and ideas can flourish in our Parish Community to God’s Glory.
Ex Officio Members:
Fr. Kevin Corcoran
Fr. Michael Szwarc
Msgr. Jim Mahoney (Pastor Emeritus)
Bobbie Veeder (Corpus Christi Trustee)
Mark Kapsky (Corpus Christi Trustee)
Brigette Vohden (Corpus Christi DRE)
Carol Scala (Corpus Christi Business Manager)