When the workload of the parish secretary/Administrative Assistant began to increase significantly during the pastorate of Msgr. Neuhaus, it was decided that another secretary needed to be hired on at least a part-time basis. Mrs. Jean Cate, a member of St. Thomas parish, was offered the position and began work in the parish office in 2006 during the period of transition between Msgr. Neuhaus and Msgr. Cooney. She has worked with Judy since that time.