Our Blessed Clergy & Parish Staff | St. Juliana Catholic Church

Pastor

Rev. Ducasse François

I was born and raised in Jacmel, Haiti. I am the youngest of six siblings. After High School I joined the Secular Institute Voluntas Dei for religious life and attended the Major Seminary Notre Dame in Haiti and graduated with a MA in Theology. I was ordained to the priesthood on September 26th, 1998. I spent 4 years in the Dominican Republic where I learned Spanish and worked as Parish priest in different diocese.

I moved to Florida in 2000 and since then I joined the Diocese of to Palm Beach and take upon several assignments. I was assigned as parochial vicar to Sacred Heart in Lake Worth from 2000 to 2003, St Anastasia in Ft Pierce from 2003 to 2008, and, during this period of time I have also served as administrator of Notre Dame Mission and Chaplain of John Carroll High School.

From 2008 to 2010 I was assigned as parochial vicar to Holy Name of Jesus parish in West Palm Beach. And from 2010 to now I served at St Sebastian Catholic Church as a parochial vicar in Sebastian and Administrator of Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission in Fellsmere. With great enthusiasm I have accompanied the people on their spiritual journey while serving on those assignments I did manage my time to attend Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska where I graduated in 2011 with a MA on the discipline of Christian Spirituality. I am blessed with a gift of languages, I speak, Creole, French, Spanish and English. I love music, singing, reading and sports.

Parochial Vicar

Rev. Maximinio Matos Sánchez

Hello! I am Father Pilar Maximinio Matos Sánchez. I was born in the Dominican Republic October 12, 1967, in a small town in the eastern part of the country called Miches. I come from a Christian family of 6 siblings, where the Church was part of our daily life, the rosary was recited in the morning and in the afternoon, and participation in the Mass was very frequent.

At age 19, responding to the call I felt the Lord was making, I decided to give my life in a total way, that is how I started my studies in 1987, entering the Minor Seminary belonging to a group of Priests called Instituto Secular Voluntas DEI , where I spent a year and to which I currently belong. From there I went to the Pontifical Seminary of St. Thomas Aquinas, where I obtained the title of Bachelor of Philosophy (1988/1992) by the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Religious Sciences, by the Pontifical Seminary Santo Tomás de Aquino (1992/1996).

Ordained to the priesthood on 06/12/1996 in my native parish, San Antonio de Padua, Miches.

Studies carried out after my ordination: Degree in Psychology from the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra 2009/2012; specialization in Forensic Psychology by the same University in 2013 and Masters in Marriage and Family, by the Lateran University of Spain 2014-2017, for this I have to present the thesis still.

I am a priest for 26 years and I came to Santa Juliana Parish moved by the mission of the Lord. I want to be with you to learn from you and accompany you in whatever is necessary so that together we can live the will of God.

Deacon

Martin Serraes

Deacon Martin (“Marty”) is a native of West Palm Beach and has been with the community since 2014. Ordained in 2008 after attending St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary, he was drawn to the diaconate by the Church’s need for servants, inspired by the verse, “The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few.”

Deacon Marty loves the vibrant, multicultural community of faith here at the parish. He and his wife, Sheila, have been married for 39 years and are blessed with 4 children and 7 grandchildren.

Favorite Quote: “Love is the measure by which we will be judged.” — St. John of the Cross

Director of Social Ministries

Deacon Miguel Munoz

Deacon Miguel is a pillar of the St. Juliana community and has been with the community since 1991. Originally from Sancti Spiritus, Cuba, his life has been defined by service—first as a Religious Brother for 44 years and now as a Deacon. He was ordained in 2008 after attending St. Vincent de Paul Seminary.

Deacon Miguel considers the parishioners of St. Juliana his family and loves seeing the children of the multicultural community grow in their faith. When not serving the parish, he enjoys listening to classical music and spending time with his birds and dog.

Favorite Quote: “Solo Dios Basta.” (God alone suffices) — St. Teresa of Avila

Deacon

Mario Neyra

Deacon Mario Neyra has been with the community since 2025, joining us as a Deacon shortly after his ordination in September of that year. Originally from Callao, Peru, he holds Master’s degrees in Theology, Education, and Organizational Psychology. His vocation was cultivated from a young age through prayer, study, and active service in parish groups.

Deacon Mario is passionate about our multicultural community and lives by the motto, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord” (Joshua 24:15). In his spare time, he enjoys reading, dancing, and collecting postage stamps.

Favorite Quote: “As for me and my hose, we will serve the Lord” – Joshua 24:15

Director of Faith Formation

Mrs. Jacqueline Moyeno

Jacqueline serves as our Director of Faith Formation. Originally from Chicago, Illinois, and of Puerto Rican descent, she brings a wealth of experience to St. Juliana, having studied at the Catholic Theological Union and worked in various ministry roles for the Archdiocese of Chicago. She has been with the community since 2016.

Jacqueline finds great joy in teaching the Adult Faith Formation (OCIA) and witnessing the commitment of adults, teens, and children as they build stronger relationships with Christ. Married to a Deacon for 23 years, she is a mother of three and grandmother of eight. In her free time, she enjoys exploring cultural restaurants and quiet prayer, especially the Rosary.

Favorite Scripture: “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” — Luke 1:38

Office Receptionist

Tania Kelly

Tania serves as the Office Administrator at St. Juliana. Originally from Cuba, she has been with the community since 2021. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Tania is passionate about serving the community and ensuring our parish office runs smoothly for all parishioners.

Office Manager & Ministry Coordinator

Mrs. Griselda Vazquez

Griselda wears many hats at St. Juliana, serving as our Office Manager, Assistant to the Priest, and Youth Group Coordinator. Though born in New Jersey to Mexican parents, she found her spiritual home here long ago—she has been with the community since 2003, first joining as a parishioner and serving with the youth group before taking on her current leadership role in 2022.

Griselda loves the opportunity to visit the Blessed Sacrament daily and cherishes the bonds she forms with her brothers and sisters in Christ. She believes that God has blessed us all with unique talents to share, and she strives to make St. Juliana’s a better place by keeping Christ at the center of all she does.

Favorite Scripture: “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above…” — Colossians 3:1-2

Faith Formation Assistant

Mrs. Cynthia S. Flores

Cynthia serves as our Faith Formation Assistant. Originally from Lima, Peru, she has been with the community since 2022, helping to grow the faith of our parish with deep dedication. Fluent in English and Spanish, Cynthia is devoted to the Virgin of Fatima and finds inspiration in the life of Pope St. John Paul II.

Favorite Scripture: The Magnificat (Luke 1:46-56)

Clergy & Staff

This is our Blessed Team

Our Priests

Pastor

Parochial Vicar

Our Deacons

Deacon

Director of Social Ministries

Deacon

Parish Staff

Director of Faith Formation

Music Director

Office Receptionist

Office Manager & Ministry Coordinator

Faith Formation Assistant