Parish Staff
Paul G. Cerni
Coordinator of Parish Operations & Faith Formation
TEL: 718-805-5771 (CELL) or 718-847-1860 (OFFICE)
EMAIL: pcerni@rhcatholic.org
Paul has been a Parishioner of Holy Child Jesus since 1993. He started working at the parish in 2006 as a part-time Sacristan. In June 2007, Paul was hired as full-time Parish Secretary. After the death of Fr. Thomas Catania in 2013, Paul took on the role of Coordinator of Religious Education. He has also played bass guitar in several Teen Drama Group productions, as well as, with various rock bands at parish Block Parties and Oktoberfests. Paul is a member of the local council of the Knights of Columbus, Morris Park Council #566.
Rosa Gomez
Parish Office Manager
TEL: 718-847-1860 (OFFICE)
EMAIL: rgomez@rhcatholic.org
Rosa is responsible for the upkeep of the church records and scheduling in coordination with all Parish Operations. Rosa has been a very active member of the parish team outside of her administrative duties. She is a strong advocate for our Youth Group as she is always providing her support in any capacity needed. Rosa truly cares for our parish community in many ways.
Phina Morris
Erika Arrieta
Assistant Coordinator of Faith Formation
TEL: 718-847-1860 (OFFICE)
EMAIL: earrieta@rhcatholic.org
Erika is responsible for assisting in administrative and clerical operations in the Faith Formation Department. She started working at the Holy Child Jesus Parish Office in 2019. Her six-year-old child is currently enrolled in our Faith Formation program in preparation for First Communion in 2022. She looks forward to working with our parishioners every day!
John Bulatao
Youth Minister and Volunteer Coordinator
TEL: 917-396-6629 (CELL) or 718-847-1860 (OFFICE)
EMAIL: youth@rhcatholic.org
John Bulatao is a Parishioner of Holy Child Jesus- St. Benedict Joseph Labre. He ministers to the youth of both churches. He also coordinates volunteers for our parish and organizes logistical support for church and academy functions. Aside from duties at the parish, John is a Cadet in Army ROTC responsible for public affairs and the Civil Air Patrol as a Cadet Operations Officer. He welcomes all the youth of our community to come and experience our powerful Youth Ministry Program and participate in all activities and events!
Andres Mendoza
Cora Haguizan
Carmen Bernardo
Ted Metzing
Walter Cooper
Social Outreach Coordinator
TEL: 718-847-1860 (OFFICE)
EMAIL: office@rhcatholic.org
Walter and his wife Ellen are active parishioners of Holy Child Jesus Church in Richmond Hill, NY. While Walter has been a member of the parish since April 1971, his wife Eileen has been a Holy Child Jesus parishioner all of her life. Walter has served as the Director of the parish’s Social Outreach and Food Pantry since 2003. He has also been a Minister of Hospitality for over 20 years. He has served on various councils and committees including Diocesan Pastoral Councils.
He joined the Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 14 Ozone Park in 2000. He has served as Division President for six years and is currently serving as Division treasurer. He is also an officer on the Queens County Board.