Staff Directory

I have been blessed to be a priest for 9 years, and Pastor here at Corpus Christi for 5 years. My family (parents, and 1 sister) moved from Colorado to Chandler when I was in the 6th grade, and I went to Dobson High School in Mesa. I graduated from Franciscan University of Steubenville in Theology and Philosophy, before entering seminary. Now as a pastor, I am blessed to have my parents, sister, brother-in-law and 5 adopted nieces/nephews living about 20 minutes away. My family is the source and continues to be a strong support to my vocation as a priest. I love being a priest, and I thank God that He has called me to serve Him and His Church in such a special way. My other interests include sports- playing basketball (beating the Seminarians in the annual JPII classic), tennis (played in high school), actually pretty much every sport. I also enjoy following the D-backs, Cardinals, and Suns.

Fr. Reynaldo Clutario Jr., was born on July 24, 1967, in Tiwi, Albay, Philippines.

In 1980, he graduated elementary education and in 1984, graduated secondary education. In 1988, he graduated from Our Lady of the Angels Franciscan College Seminary, Quezon City, Philippines, receiving a bachelor’s degree in Religious Studies, with a minor in philosophy and sociology. In 1993, he completed his master’s degree in Theology (Cand) at St. Vincent de Paul Theological Seminary, Tandang Sra Quezon City, Philippines.

Ordained to the Priesthood at the age of 25 on July 16, 1993, at Holy Cross Parish, Novaliches, Quezon City Philippines.  For him priesthood is Christ’s gift to the Church. It is his joy to be that gift and to be an instrument of Jesus’ love and mercy in administering the sacraments to many people who are lost and to people who need to experience the love of God and his forgiveness. Though unworthy he is to be Alter Christus, yet he believes at what St. Theresa of Calcutta said: “God does not call those who are qualified, he qualifies those who are called.”

His first assignment was to serve as a Formator or (Priest In-charge) of the SOLT College seminarians in Naga City, and at the same time he was assigned as Chaplain of Bicol Medical Hospital of the same place for two years and also as the Parish Administrator to a Quasi-Parish of St. Anthony de Padua. His first Parochial Assignment as Assistant Parish Priest was in Holy Cross Parish in Manila for 2 years. A meaningful ministry as the Pastor was devoted to the Parishioners of St. Vincent Ferrer Parish in Camarines Sur from 1997 up to 2002. In 2003, he became again a Pastor of the Parish of Holy Family Parish in the province of Sorsogon where he served for three years.  Aside from being a Pastor, he became a member of the (SOLT Asian Regional Council), second assistant to the Superior of the religious order (SOLT) from 2000 to 2003.

He is grateful that God has been given him the grace of good health; happy disposition in life coupled with a sense of direction and special charism and personal power that draw people together in unity and solidarity in his twelve years ministry in the Philippines.

In June 2005, he came to the United States of America having a Religious Working Visa and served in the Diocese of Phoenix, assigned to St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, Sun City for one year. After that year, the Bishop of Phoenix appointed him to be the Pastor of two medium size parishes: St. Frances Cabrini Church in Camp Verde, Arizona, and St. Joseph Parish at Mayer, Arizona. He served there as Pastor for six years and became a permanent resident of America. After 8 years, he became a Citizen of the United States of America in October 2013.

In July 2012, He was assigned as Parochial Vicar to the parishes of St. Francis of Assisi in Flagstaff, Arizona, and Cristo Rey Parish in Grand Canyon. He served there for three fruitful years. There he experienced how to work in the hospital (Flagstaff Medical Center) as volunteer chaplain with a little exposure at the prison ministry.

In July 2015, he was assigned as Parochial Vicar at Corpus Christi Parish, Phoenix, Arizona. In October of 2016, he was incardinated to be a Diocesan Priest of the Diocese of Phoenix.

We love having Father Rey with us at Corpus Christi, as he always reminds us:

BE HAPPY!

I am very blessed to have served as the Parish Manager since 2011. I primarily manage parish finances, accounting, human resources, IT, and corporate matters, as well as coordinate all building and improvement projects. I have a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and an MBA. I like to think of myself as Fr. Chad’s “right-hand man” and attend all Pastoral and Finance Council meetings. I also work with Deacon Dennis to coordinate the Men of St. Joseph men’s ministry. I have been married for 9 years to my wonderful wife, Jaime, and we have three young kids: Luke (8), Lily (5), and Michael (3).

As a native New Yorker, born in a close Italian family, only God could have gotten me to leave my home and move to the desert! And so, He did… and I am forever grateful for these 19 years in Arizona! I’ve worked with the disabled, counseled women in a pregnancy crisis, was co-chair of Corpus Christi’s Respect Life Ministry and have been the office manager for more than 11 years. My husband, Jim, is a fabulous cook, so dinner time is my favorite time of the day!

I have been the Bulletin Editor for more than 11 years and now the Content Facilitator for the parish magazine. My husband, John, is also on staff here. We have been married for almost 13 years and have 5 children. I have been a member of St. Gerard Circle and have participated in the Coffee Break Bible Study group. I enjoy watching science fiction shows and playing board games.

I have been at Corpus Christi for more 13 years. I am married to Christi Deg (who is also Corpus Christi’s Bulletin Editor) and we have five children: Jude, Felicity, Evan, Nolan and Rose. My hobbies include tabletop gaming and comic books.

I have been in the parish for 11 years, 10 as music director and 1 in my newly expanded role as Director of Music and Liturgy. My hobbies include playing board games and fishing.

I have been a member of Corpus Christi since February 2017 and joined the staff in May 2017 as the receptionist to answer the phone, greet visitors, and other front desk duties. In March 2018, my role expanded to include more responsibilities within the parish. As the Parishioner Engagement Coordinator, I manage the schedule for Perpetual Adoration, work with the Ambassadors to ensure our parishioners feel welcome, and collaborate with other staff members on projects big and small. I am blessed to work at Corpus Christi and it is my mission to serve with a smile. My husband, daughter and I live in Chandler with our two dogs.

I have been a parishioner of Corpus Christi since moving to Ahwatukee in 1991. I was originally a volunteer in the gift shop and later became the Gift Shop Manager nearly 16 years ago. I am also very involved in the planning of many of the Parish events such as the Parish Picnic, the annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner and various receptions held in the Parish Center, including the Parish Feast Day receptions. My husband, Steve, and I have a son and a daughter and 2 grandchildren. I love spending time with my family and reading.

Corpus Christi had been my parents’ parish since the mid-80s, long before my family (wife, Dee Dee, daughter, Brandelyn, son, Graham, and I) came to live in Phoenix in 2000. While here at the Parish, I helped fix a few things here and there and was asked what I was doing the rest of my life. HA! So “The Handyman Ken” became a staff member. I love our Parish, its surroundings, the staff and of course, all of our parishioners. The work here is endless, as anyone would expect it to be when called the House of God. We strive to make each day count towards the safety, structural and mechanical functions of our buildings and grounds as well as unleashing the beauty of our parish.

I have been a member of Corpus Christi since 2000 after moving from Baton Rouge, LA, where I was a Director of Religious Formation for children’s ministry for 12 years. Over these past 18 years at Corpus Christi, I have been involved as a DRE in faith formation for children, women and families. I enjoy exercising, reading, finding new restaurants with my husband, travels to Kauai and visiting my 2 daughters in Chicago and Louisiana - especially time spent with my two grandsons!

I was born and raised Catholic at St. Maria Goretti in Scottsdale. Attending youth group was where I met some of my lifelong friends and grew in my understanding and love for my faith. After high school, I gave a year of my life as a NET Missionary... in Australia! After NET, I attended Benedictine University in Mesa and graduated with a degree in Theology. My husband Daniel and I were married in 2017. I'm so excited to take on the role of Youth Minister and continue to serve the youth of this parish.

My family and I have been members of Corpus Christi for more than 26 years. My husband, Mark Porter, serves as a lector. Our two boys, Liam and Brendan, went through the CE program, received their sacraments here, and also served in ministry. I have been a Catechist for the past 14 years, I serve as a Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, Altar Guild Captain, Gift Shop volunteer scheduler and volunteer, and participate in the Adoration ministry. I love to read, quilt and travel.

This is the start of my third year on staff at Corpus Christi. I am privileged to work with the RCIA, Discovering Christ, Alpha, Lord Teach Me to Pray, and other evangelistic efforts at the parish. In my free time, I love to watch college basketball—go Sun Devils!!