pastoral council Members

My name is Bill Gerlach - my wife  Simone and I were married in 1985.  

We have 2 children - Matthew and Melanie.

Our family has grown with the addition of 2 grandchildren Macy (4 years old) and Max (2 years old) we are very involved in their lives and really appreciate our time with them.

Myself, I just retired from a 49 year career in sales and management. Most recently 20 years at Abt electronics.

I also work as an usher at the 7:30 Mass on Sunday here at st Edna

I look forward to being a part of the St Edna Pastoral Counsel.

Join: 2026

My name is Rosie Hall - bio information is pending.

Join: 2026

My name is Nancy Holpuch.  I’ve recently retired after being on staff at St. Edna for 26 years. 

During my years at St.Edna,  I was blessed to work with the young people of our parish as the Youth Minister.   My husband Bob and I are enjoying retirement with a bit of traveling, spending time with family, doing a some of volunteering and just taking it easy.  

Join: 2022

My name is Steven Jabek.  I have been a parishioner at St. Edna since 1992 with my wife Beth.  

We have three daughters Kathryn, Melissa and Emily.  I am an usher at the 5pm Saturday mass and was on the finance board from 1997 to 2003.

My name is Alex Jensen. My family and I have been members of St Edna’s for over 20 years. I celebrated both my first communion and confirmation at St. Edna’s.

 I am a current member of TBD and I participate in the Thursday Volleyball club. 

I am a triplet and was blessed to see both of my siblings married here at St. Edna. 

I am enthusiastic to help St. Edna’s grow and be a shining light for others. 

Join: 2025

My name is Natalie (Murtaugh) Kolb. I have been going to St. Edna’s since I was nine years old. I grew up singing in the children's and teen choir. I also was an altar server and was very involved in youth ministry. 

I went away to Elmhurst College where I met my husband. We got married at St. Edna in the beginning of 2024 and moved to Palatine. 

My husband completed the OCIA program and made his communion and confirmation this year at St. Edna. 

Join: 2024

I am Barb Long.  My husband and I have been parishioners at St. Edna more than 25 years.  

We raised our two sons here from baptism, religious education, confirmation to adulthood.  When my children were young I volunteered with the Children's Liturgy.  In 2020 I joined the Reopening St. Edna team as a greeter/usher to help our parish through Covid-19 and continue to usher at the 11:30 mass.  I now look forward to offering my resources on the Pastoral Council.

Join: 2021

My name is Neri Mascarenhas.  Our family was welcomed to St. Edna’s in 2022, and eventually became parishioners. 

Moving across continents has been our biggest change so far and not the easiest one I’d say. We are a family of 6 - my hubby Clive, two girls Keira and Keisha (now altar servers) and two furry kids - cat Brandy and puppy Snow. 

Presently a Religious Ed teacher at St. Edna and co-chair for CFM. This is my first year as a member of the Pastoral Council and I look forward to being involved and supporting the Parish Community.

Join: 2024 

My name is Dcn. Miguel Negron - bio information is pending.

Join: 2026

My name is Medhat Tannous - I was born and grew up in Cairo, Egypt. 

I moved to the US in 1984.  I lived in upstate NY for 4 years, followed by another four years in Mobile Alabama. I moved to Arlington Heights in 1992 and joined St Edna parish since then.  

I am currently a Sacristan and EM as well as a care minister. I am also a member of the Rosary group.  

I participated at the first session of CHRP (Christ Renews His Parish) under the leadership of Fr. Steve Dombrowski. Last year (2025), i participated at the Alpha session, led by Dianne Yannotta. 

My three kids were active members at the parish. In addition to religious education, they were alter servers and joined several youth activities under the supervision of Nancy Holpuch.  

Looking forward to being on the Pastoral Council. 

Join: 2026

My name is JoAnn Tennenbaum. My husband, and I have been members of St Edna for over 25 years.  

When my son was young. I was a teacher in the Religious Ed program as well a homilist for the Children’s Liturgy Program on Sundays. I have been a past member of the Parish Life Committee and recently have been involved with The Taste of St Edna.  I am a retired  fourth grade teacher and  I look forward to being on the Pastoral Council.

Join: 2023

My name is Matthew Wiewel - bio information is pending.

Join: 2025

I am Deacon Joe Yannotta. My wife Diane and I have been members of St. Edna for 25 years. 

Our involvement in ministry began with Care Ministry and visiting and bring the Eucharist to nursing homes, hospitals and home bound individuals. My involvement in ministry lead me eventually to serve in our faith community as an ordained permanent deacon. Besides fulfilling my diaconate duties I am also involved in Bereavement Ministry, Prison Ministry, Care Ministry and serve on the Human Concerns Commission as well as the Parish Council.