Our Pastor

Father Robert Haas

Father Robert Haas is serving as pastor until July 1, 2010.

Our Deacons

Saint Joseph Catholic Church is fortunate to have two deacons, ordained for service by the diocese and assigned by the bishop, serving different areas of need. While the deacons assist Father Bob in his pastoral and administrative duties, their duties and responsibilities vary according to their gifts and talents. Their vocation is to bring the gospel values to the market place as they focus on the Church’s ministry of charity and justice, the ministry of liturgy and the ministry of God’s word. The serving at liturgy and sharing of God’s word flows from the primary call to minister in acts of charity and justice.

Deacon Al Sisson

Deacon Al Sission was ordained May 16, 1992 and has served Galion St. Joseph ever since. His responsibilities for the parish includes preparation for the sacraments of baptism and matrimony, as well as performing baptisms, witnessing marriages, and leading wake services at area funeral homes. He also coordinates the preparation the sacrament of confirmation and communion distribution to those who are home bound and in care centers. Deacon Al also teaches the seventh grade Religious Education class and serves as a presenter for RCIA.

He has been married 36 years to his wife Alice. The couple has two daughters and four grandchildren.

Deacon Greg Kirk

Ordained in May of 1996, Greg Kirk has been a deacon for more than 12 years. His duties at the parish include service to the parish community at the discretion of the pastor, including teaching, preaching, baptisms, weddings, wake services, assisting with funerals and counseling people in need. He also coordinates adult education, assists the deanery when invited and provides assistance to the Bishop when requested.

Our Sister

Sister Mary Samuel Lubeck

As coordinator for Religious Education classes, Sister Sam has taught the eighth grade Church History and prepared students for Confirmation for the past twenty years. Totaling 60 students in grades one through eight, students learn the basics of Catholic Faith. In addition, Sister Sam has recruited volunteers to assist her with teaching the classes. Today, many Catholic teachers give their time to spread the Good News.