Sammia Berganza

I was born and raised in Honduras and now I live in Federal Way. I’m a housekeeper; we have a family-owned cleaning business.

As an active parishioner, I’ve had the opportunity to serve with Hispanic Youth Ministry at the Archdiocese of Seattle, as an OCIA catechist, as the greeters coordinator and as a lector.

Being a PFAC member has brought a new spark to my faith. I hope to bring out the best gifts within my community and help others fall in love with God and the gospel. 

Angie Contreras

I want to be a part of making sure everyone’s voice is heard throughout the Partners in the Gospel process. I am learning a lot about both of our parishes and what we can do to help those in our community.

I have a business administration degree and years of administration experience and enjoy gathering the necessary information to implement a plan of action with organization and attention to detail.

I try to be intentional in everything I do, knowing my life is a gift from God. I use my gifts and resources to serve others and help strengthen our faith community.

Renee Jennings

It is my honor to serve our Lord and parish community in whatever he asks of me. My background in tax law and finance has provided me with strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.

I currently serve on the Parish Finance Council and as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion and sacristan. I will contribute to the PFAC by helping to develop and implement strategies and manage resources effectively to support the parish family initiatives.

I desire to live a life of gratitude, recognizing we all have gifts from God that are meant to be shared to help and serve others.

Anna Malaki

My Pacific Island heritage has taught me a tradition that is rich, interconnected and deeply communal. Serving on this council has afforded me the humble opportunity to help unite our vibrant community so that together we can continue living out the Great Commission — to “go and make disciples of all nations” — and help others know, love and serve God. 

My background in healthcare has taught me the importance of compassion, communication and collaboration. I hope to bring these same skills to the PFAC by promoting thoughtful decision making, fostering unity and helping ensure our parish community continues to grow in care, faith and mission

John Mburu

I am honored to be part of a process to create better future for our Parish Family and help discern the path forward. I am also honored to represent the youth and minority voices.

Coming from a country where we have many outstation churches under one parish helps me understand how to share resources with the larger community. Being the oldest sibling in a large family with minimal resources taught me to be a team player. 

I served as a Pioneer in the Kenyan Ranger Regiment, where I had to form a regiment with minimal resources and motivate my team to work together. Through my military service, I have learned that the best way to lead is to serve. I lead by example, always ready to share my life experiences and my faith with others.

Aleah Patulot

Parish ministry is near and dear to my heart, as it’s a place where we walk alongside each other through every joy, sorrow, challenge and accomplishment.

Our Parish Family is home to me and my family, and I feel called to do all I can to support our community through this time of transition.

I have worked for the past eight years at Catholic Community Services in leadership of the Project Rachel and PREPARES programs and am currently the Director of Mission Engagement for the agency. 

Stewardship means considering how to love God and God’s people through the gifts I have received. I find great joy and meaning in helping others live their faith through service to others.

Amanda Pham

I said yes to serving on the PFAC because I want to bring both parishes together while ensuring what makes each of them special stays intact. 

I served as a catechist for children’s ministry for over 12 years and I am currently the PREPARES coordinator for both parishes, which has provided me insight on how the parishes both value family ministries and supporting family needs.

I am a program manager at an aerospace company, where I have learned to strategically meet an objective and communicate clearly with those who receive my service. 

My stewardship comes in both giving my time to the parish and my gifts. To me, service means helping others and doing something bigger than myself. 

Rich Peterson

My decision to serve on the Parish Family Advisory Council is rooted in my commitment to stewardship — responding to God's call by giving back to our Parish family through service.

I view this opportunity to express my faith and return to God a portion of the many blessings he has given me. Throughout my career with Catholic Cemeteries, I maintained a ministerial focus, serving the wider community with care and compassion. My foundation in pastoral education has further prepared me to serve on committees and take on liturgical roles since moving to Federal Way in 1988.

By serving on the Parish Family Advisory Council, I continue to respond to God's call, using my experience and gifts to benefit our parish family.

Kay Pope

I said yes to serving on the PFAC because I believe that it is my responsibility as a parishioner of over 28 years and I want to be part of the solution in helping to create a consolidated family community.

For most of my adult life, I have been involved in service to others, and my educational and professional background is in leadership, as in servant leadership.

My career as a federal civil servant was about serving others and my family life was about serving others and working to serve mankind for the common good. 

I have a personal commitment to social justice and have lived throughout my life giving to others in various capacities relating to social justice for all people. 

Mike Prato

I am honored to be a member of the Parish Family Advisory Council.

My experience as an educator, coach and administrator in both public and private educational settings has provided me with valuable insights into effective problem-solving, consensus building and understanding people.

I have participated in youth ministry within both parishes for more than two decades.

In 2024, I joined the Alpha Admin Team to introduce Alpha programs to both communities; we are now concluding our third session. This endeavor has afforded a distinct perspective on collaborative efforts between the two parishes.

Rob Schade

Walking through RCIA several years ago was life-changing, and for the first time, I felt I had arrived at the home God had prepared for me.

I bring the charisms of leadership, knowledge  and wisdom — gifts I’m still learning to grow into — praying they can support our community during this important time. My wife’s beautiful charism of hospitality opened the door for me to get involved, and once I stepped in, I knew I wanted to give my whole heart.

Living a life of stewardship now means offering my time, my story and whatever gifts God has given me to serve those who are searching, hurting or longing for hope — because I remember being there too.

Miguel Torres

I was honored to be selected for the PFAC because I am eager to assist in discovering the needs of our parish and how we march into the future.

As a Knight of Columbus, a father, husband, brother and son, I am grateful to God for providing me the opportunity to serve. 

As a representative of the Associated Catholic Cemeteries, I am blessed to assist families in their pre-planning preparation.

I ask God to give me guidance and the energy to help my fellow parishioners and families.