Rev. Adrian Benoit, Pastor
Rev. Adrian Benoit, Pastor
413.467.9821
The Reverend Adrian J. Benoit has been pastor of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish since July 2003. Adrian is the son of Margaret and Adrian Benoit. Attending Catholic Schools from first grade through seminary, he graduated from Saint Mary’s College, Orchard Lake, Michigan and completed his seminary work at Saints Cyril and Methodius Seminary, Orchard Lake, Michigan. Adrian was ordained at Saint Michael’s Cathedral, Springfield on May 15, 1965.
Over the last 40 years Father Adrian has been assigned to Immaculate Conception Church, Indian Orchard, Saint Stanislaus Kostka Church, Adams, as pastor in Sacred Heart Church, Greenfield, Holy Redeemer Church (Holy Rosary Church) Hadley, Immaculate Conception Indian Orchard and presently at Immaculate Heart of Mary, Granby.
“I am happy to be here at Immaculate Heart of Mary to minister to the good people of this parish.”
Pastor's Open Letter to Parishioners
Rev. Mr. Paul Mazzariello, Permanent Deacon
DeaconPaulM@ihmgranby.org
Deacon Paul is married to his best friend Carole. They have three children and two grandchldren. Born in Springfield, Paul attended Cathedral High School and has a Bachelor of Science degree from Western New England College. He has been the owner of VIN's Car Wash and Detail Shop in Holyoke since 1980.
Deacon Paul has been living in Granby for
over twenty years and
joined Immaculate Heart of Mary parish in the role of Deacon following his
ordination on
May 14, 2005. Deacon Paul assists the Pastor during the Mass and officiates at
Eucharistic Prayer Services.
As Deacon, he also visits parishioners in Hospital, nursing homes and those who
cannot leave their homes. Other aspects of the Deacon's role include Wake
Services, Funerals, Committals, and most importantly, Baptisms.
Kathryn Buckley-Brawner, Pastoral
Minister/Parish Faith Formation Leader
kathryn@ihmgranby.org 413.467.3566
Kathryn Buckley-Brawner is first and
foremost the mother of Kyrsten, a privilege she shares with long-time friend and
husband Bill. Before joining the pastoral ministry team at Immaculate Heart of
Mary in 1997, Kathryn Buckley-Brawner was a marketing and international sales
manager in agribusiness. Kathryn has served as Pastoral Minister
at IHM since
2002, and currently also serves as Parish Faith Formation Leader for the parish
“Generations of Faith”
formation process.
A catechist for over 20 years, Kathryn has served as coordinator
of Catechetical Resources and Director of Catechetical Ministry and holds Catechetical
Leader certification. She has a Master’s degree in Applied Theology
from the College of Our Lady of the Elms. Kathryn
also serves as Director of the Office of Peace and Justice for Catholic
Charities of Springfield, Coordinator of the local Catholic Campaign for Human Development and as
Director of Catholic Relief Services for the Diocese of Springfield. “We chose IHM as our
parish community upon our arrival from California. It has been a joy and
privilege to celebrate, grow and minister with this faith family”.
Ann O'Roark, Music Ministry
music@ihmgranby.org 413.536.0966
Ann has served as Music Director at Immaculate Heart of Mary since 1998. Ann is married with three children. Active in Music Ministry since her high school days, Ann has served as vocalist and/or choir director at parishes in Los Angeles, Cambridge, and South Hadley before coming to Granby.
Born in the San Francisco area, Ann received her B.A. from UCSC and studied voice at the Academy of Music in Bordeaux, France. She spent 10 years in business as a marketing manager in western Massachusetts before devoting herself full-time to mothering and ministry. Ann loves her work and is grateful to have found a home at Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Marilyn Menard, Secretary
413.467.9821 - Church Fax 413.467.2988
Marilyn has been a parishioner of IHM
since 1972. She is
married, has 2 children and 4 grandchildren. Before coming to
work for IHM, she spent many years as International Sales Manager for a major
air compressor parts company.
At IHM, she serves as lay lector and
extraordinary minister of
Holy Communion. She is also a member of the Spiritual Life and
Worship Committee, the Women's Club, and the Finance Committee.
As Parish Secretary, Marilyn looks to offer help and support
in whatever capacity necessary for the growth of our parish and its ministries.
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Lisa Griffin, Administrative Assistant to the Faith Formation Leader
413.467.3566
Lisa assists with the IHM Faith Formation Program. She also serves as a member of the Parish Pastoral Council,
and on the parish's Youth Ministry Board.
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