Bridgid von Kronenberger
has been working with our Middle School Youth Group since the fall of 2002
and has served as one of our Confirmation teachers for the last three classes.
She is married and the mother of 4 children. Bridgid graduated from Aquinas
College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics and Computer
Information Systems. She worked as a systems analyst in the computer
industry writing business application software. After starting their
family, she decided to stay home as a full time homemaker. Currently,
Bridgid is a substitute teacher at St.
Michael School, a volunteer, and the Sacramental Preparation
Coordinator and Youth Ministry Coordinator for the church.
Please contact Bridgid at bvonk@charter.net or by calling the parish office at 989-967-3520. Natalie Wernette is a recent graduate of Ferris State University in Graphic Design and International Business. As a student at Ferris she was an active member in the Newman Center and both participated in and planned various retreats, faith sessions, praise and worship music, mission trips, and fun activities. Her faith has continued to grow from diving into church teachings and attending seminars around the world. The daily events in her life make her feel truly blessed, and she wishes to share her knowledge and experience with the youth. She has been helping with the High School Youth Ministry Team since the fall of 2008. She is currently heading up the catechesis for our High School Group and is also active in the music ministry program at St. Michael Parish. Please contact Natalie at Natalierose52@hotmail.com or by calling 217-721-0455 . Karen Nouhan is one of two catechists for our Middle School Youth Group. She is the mother of eight children. She and her husband Ray recently moved to the area. Says Karen, "We truly enjoy our big family." Karen also enjoys teaching children about Jesus and our beautiful Catholic faith. She has a deep devotion to Mary and leads parishioners in a weekly devotion to Divine Mercy. Please contact Karen at kjnouhan@gmail.com Lionel MacKenzie is our other Middle School catechist. He is the husband of Cyndi and father of five children, Spencer, Seth, Sam, Olivia and Olexa. He is a graduate and employee of Ferris State University. In his spare time, Lionel is a member of the Knights of Columbus and a coach for youth sports. Please contact Lionel at cyndimackenzie@yahoo.com Back to Youth Ministry Main Page
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