The priests who have led St. Jude as pastors through the years include Msgr. Peter Seidl as founding pastor, followed by Fathers Norm Petz, Walter Mayer, Richard Ross, and Mark Fracaro. We have raised up one priest from our parish, Father James Schwab, who has been pastor at St. Jude since 1996. There are two deacons who currently serve at St. Jude, Ray Clark and William Hetzel. Deacon Ray is also the Business Manager of the parish.
Worship is always a strong part of the Catholic community.
St. Jude has prided itself, through the years, on its unique variety of prayer and musical styles. As early as 1969, after Vatican Council 11, St. Jude began to use guitars to accompany music at Mass, under the direction of Sr. Mary Ann Schnelker. Today, music director, Mr. Tony Brandolino coordinates the liturgy at St. Jude. The athletic programs that Msgr.