Fr Andrew Gallagher – Parish Priest
Fr Andrew has been Parish Priest in our parishes since September 2021. Before his arrival he was Precentor at Westminster Cathedral for five years, following serving as Assistant Priest in St Monica’s Church, Palmers Green and Our Lady & St Joseph’s Church, Kingsland in the years after his Ordination in 2011. Before training to be a priest Fr Andrew was a Pilgrimage Tour Manager, and this has led to another role in the diocese, as the Acting Pilgrimage Director for the annual Westminster Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes. In his spare time Fr Andrew plays cornet in a brass band, and enjoys walking, cooking and gardening.
Fr Dom Matokovic – Assistant Priest
Fr Dom grew up in a large Catholic family and came to faith through the Neocatechumenal Way. He felt God called him to be a missionary, and was sent to the seminary in London. He was ordained for the Diocese of Westminster in June 2024, and his first appointment as priest is here with us. Before his arrival to Rickmansworth, he served as a deacon in Westminster Cathedral. Fr Dom is a football fan, and enjoys both playing and watching it. He also likes cycling, beach volleyball and table tennis.
Kerry Van Rensburg – Parish Administrator
Kerry has the important role of co-ordinating the administration of our three parishes, and ensuring everything in the daily life of the parish runs as smoothly as possible. Originally from Zimbabwe, Kerry has spent much of her career in administration, and worked in other parish settings before her arrival in Rickmansworth in 2013. Away from the office Kerry enjoys spending time with her family, walking the dog and gardening.
Daniel Callero – Parish Caretaker
Daniel works across our three sites ensuring they are kept clean and safe for all our users. He arrived in our parishes in 2013 and is a welcome addition to our parish team. In his spare time Daniel takes part in Jiu Jitsu, and enjoys watching science-fiction movies (especially Star Wars) and football.
Awaiting Appointment – Youth Choir Director