Welcome
Colleen Schulze
Colleen has been teaching Religious Education in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles for over 35 years. She has four children and five grandchildren. She has spent many years leading Youth Ministry and guiding young adults to the Sacrament of Confirmation. Colleen continues to hold several teen / adult workshops a year on the Eucharist. She enjoys living out her vocation in the Catholic Church through ministry. Colleen would like to welcome you and your children on a Journey with Jesus!
‘See that you do not despise one of these little ones; for I tell you that in heaven their angels always behold the face of my Father who is in heaven.’ Matthew 18:10
Judith Santillian
Judith has been serving the Archdiocese of Los Angeles for over 25 years in various capacities. She has helped run Religious Education, Confirmation and Youth programs. She truly enjoys instilling the love of Jesus in the hearts of the youth and has contributed many hours behind the scenes creating lessons for the children.
‘Come follow me and I will make you fishers of men.’ Matthew 4:19
Barbara Sandrasagra | Terry Oliver
The dymanic duo of ‘Barbara and Terry’ lead our Explorer program, continued Religious Education for those who have already received their First Holy Communion.
Both Barbara and Terry’s children and grandchildren have journeyed through the St. Mary Magdalen Religious Education program over the last several years.
Barbara and Terry are seasoned, skilled catechists who understand full well the importance of an interactive passionate program!
Both ladies cherish and embrace their Catholic Faith and welcome you and your families to continue “exploring” the Church through the life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Elodia Marquez
Elodia has been an active member of the St. Mary Magdalen Community for more than 36 years. She worked in the after school program at St. Mary Magdalen Parish School for two years and later transitioned to the Religious Education Program. She is very happy to be actively teaching the children God's word.
Elodia has been a part of the The Most Blessed Sacrament group since 2015 and makes it her mission to remember all of our families in prayer. She is a Sunday usher and joyfully welcomes all of your children to the Lord’s table!
Nora Kohlbeck
Nora shares that she has had the joy and privilege of serving in the St. Mary Magdalen Religious Education program for many years, “Seeing the children of all ages learn of the love of the Lord is both rewarding and inspirational.”
Nora is our official prayer tester. Upon entry of the classroom the children are invited to take a seat in ‘Nora’s living room’ where they are welcomed by a big heart and bright smile.
Dear to Nora’s heart is from the Gospel of Matthew: ‘Let the children come to me and do not prevent them: For the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.’ Matthew 19:14
Rebecca Tellez |
Carmen Leon
Rebecca is one of our dedicated teen volunteers, and her journey with St. Mary Magdalen has come full circle. She received her First Holy Communion here as a young child not so many years ago, and today, she continues to bless our parish with her faith and service.
Rebecca is an active member of the High School Schola, where she lends her beautiful soprano voice to our choir. She also serves on the Parish Respect Life Committee, showing a deep commitment to living out Catholic values.
At such a young age, Rebecca is a shining example of what it means to live your faith through love and service. We are so grateful for her joyful presence and inspiring dedication.
Carmen has been a faithful parishioner at St. Mary Magdalen for over 40 years. A devoted educator in the Camarillo public schools, she brings the same spirit of service and care to our parish community.
For most of her adult life, Carmen has served as a Eucharistic Minister and Sacristan, offering her time and dedication to the heart of our liturgical celebrations.
Her quiet, steadfast presence and commitment to both education and faith are a true blessing to our parish family.
‘I believed firmly that I have the strength for everything through him who empowers me.’ Phil 4: 13.
Deacon Pat Carman
Deacon Pat Carman is a longtime parishioner of St. Mary Magdalen Church. He made his First Holy Communion right here at Saint Mary Magdalen. As a young man in his teens he assisted with catechism classes and was a proud member of the first guitar mass here at our church! Deacon Pat is a family man with three grown daughters and six grandchildren.
He was called to be a Deacon and he said, "yes". After five years of discernment and study, along with his wife Kathi, he was ordained in June 2021. He says he gets to do what brings him the most joy … serving God and serving God’s children.
Toni Rodriguez
Toni is a mother of three and grandmother of nine. She has been living in Camarillo since 1962. One of her fondest childhood memories is walking with her mother to St. Mary Magdalen Chapel for Mass.
Upon Toni’s retirement she decided it was time to give back to her church. She began volunteering in Religious Education several years ago and has become a cherished and loved member of the TEAM!
‘Train the young, in the way they should go; even when old, they will not swerve from it.’ Proverbs 22:6
Bill and Helen Elsenpeter
Meet our faithful husband and wife TEAM members. Bill diligently reports to the church hall every Tuesday morning to join our humble set up crew to arrange 65 plus desks and chairs for the children. Its takes commitment and patience to set the environment and arrange the supplies for all of the activities for the week.
Helen joins the afternoon crew to welcome the families and assist the children with our lessons at hand. Helen’s sweet demeanor and soft spoken approach makes everyone feel at ease and at home!
Both Helen and Bill are long standing active members of St. Mary Magdalen Parish.