Fr. James Pugh -- Pastor
Father Pugh was ordained April 29, 1967 in the Cathedral of the Incarnation in Nashville. Although born in Memphis, he grew up in Nashville, attending St. Patrick and St. Edward Grade Schools and then Father Ryan High School. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from St. Bernard College/Seminary in Cullman, Alabama. His theological training was at St. Mary's Seminary, Roland Park, in Baltimore, Maryland. Since his first assignment as Associate Pastor of Immaculate Conception Cathedral in Memphis, Father Pugh has been an Associate Pastor at St. William Church in Millington, St. Louis Church, St. Teresa Church, and here at St. Paul Church from 1973 to 1975. Father then assumed the duties of Pastor at St. John Church, the Church of the Incarnation, St. Francis of Assisi Church, St. Anne on Highland, St. Andrew the Apostle in Lexington, Tennessee, and St. Regina in Parsons, Tennessee. During all of his years as an Associate and Pastor, Father Pugh has been an active educator, teaching in the parish schools, St. Dominic and St. Agnes Academy, Memphis Catholic High, St. Benedict at Auburndale, and Christian Brothers High School. In 1981, Father Pugh received his Master of Divinity Degree from St. Mary's Seminary in Baltimore. In 1987, Father received his Master of Arts Degree in Old Testament Studies from Memphis Theological Seminary. In 1999, Father Pugh was inducted into the Christian Brothers High School Hall of Fame. Then, in June of 2009, Father returned home to shepherd old friends and new acquaintances here at St. Paul.
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Father Herbert Nnadozie Ene, was ordained August 2, 1997 in his home country, Nigeria. The youngest of seven brothers and sisters, he completed his undergraduate education and graduated from the Teachers Training College in Nigeria. He earned additional degrees in Philosophy and Theology in the Nigerian Diocese of Enugu Seminary, and was insturmental in the building of an orphanage to care for children who might otherwise have been victims of abortion. The orphanage now cares for 54 children up to age six. After coming to the United States, he has earned his Masters of Education at Christian Brothers University here in Memphis, and is currently working toward his Doctorate at the University of Memphis. In addition to his love for teaching, Father Herbert likes to travel and play soccer. He plays drums and loves the music of various cultures, especially liturgical music. He is happy to have joined the St. Paul family, where he hopes his ministry will be rewarding for the parishioners as well as for himself. Father Herbert lives his philosophy--that we are judged by how we treat our families and those in need.
Deacon Terry is a lifelong Memphian. He attended Fr. Bertrand School and is a member of St. Augustine Church. Deacon Terry and his wife, Joyce have two grown children: son, Andrew III and daughter, Angela. They also are blessed with four grandchildren. Deacon Terry had worked 30 years with Dupont/Lucite until his retirement. He was ordained a Permanent Deacon in 2000. He enjoys golf, reading, traveling and especially enjoys time with his grandchildren. We are blessed that his ministry will be here as one of our St. Paul Family.
Dale is a diocesan Certified Professional Catechist and Virtus Trainer currently teaching Sacramental Prep classes for the PRE program. His apostolates include Adult Faith Formation, the Hispanic Ministry, Operation Rice Bowl, and the Parish Assistance Program. Dale also teaches English-language RCIA classes and supervises the Spanish-language RCIA classes. He trains and schedules the Altar Servers, handles Accounts Payable for the Church and school, and publishes the Spanish Bulletin each week. His work experience includes twelve years of military service and fifteen years as a Consumer Finance Supervisor. Dale joined the St. Paul Parish Staff in 2000.
Cathy has worked in the church office since 1992. Her role has changed over the years, having worked in all aspects of the office. Now, as administrative assistant, her responsibilities are varied. She oversees the daily operation of the office. She answers the phones, does scheduling, helps plan and coordinate parish activities, assists families in funeral arrangements, assists couples with wedding arrangements, is responsible for the weekly bulletin, directs three choirs, and helps in care of the sick. She and her husband, Charlie, have been married since 1963, and they have 4 children and 11 grandchildren.
As bookkeeper for the parish and the school since 1997, Jackie provides a level of accountability that is critical to the trust relationship between the church and the parishioners. Additionally, she serves as treasurer for the