To serve the people of God and following extensive consultation with the Clergy Personnel Board over the last few months, Bishop Oscar Cantú is pleased to announce the following clergy assignments effective July 1, 2026, unless otherwise indicated.
Leadership Positions
- Rev. Edgar Elamparo has been named Vicar for Filipino ministry, effective May 1, 2026
- Rev. Francisco Miramontes has been named Vicar for Hispanic ministry, effective February 1, 2026
- Rev. Mark Gazzingan is dean of Deanery 3.
Deacons
- Deacon Thien Bui (transitional deacon) is assigned to St. Martin of Tours Parish in San Jose.
- Deacon Salvador Heredia (newly ordained permanent deacon) is assigned to St. John Vianney Parish in San Jose with outreach to residents of long-term care facilities and those who minister to them, effective May 17, 2026.
- Deacon Raul Mendoza, permanent deacon previously ministering at St. John Vianney Parish, is assigned to St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica, effective September 8, 2026.
- Deacon Roberto Tapia (newly ordained permanent deacon) is assigned to St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica in San Jose, with outreach to persons experiencing food insecurity, effective May 17, 2026.