Pastoral Staff
Pastoral Staff
Rev. Robert J Gilday
Pastor
317-357-8352, ext 101
Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
About Fr. Bob: Fr. Bob, the son of James and Delia (Dugan) Gilday, was born on August 6, 1949. In 1952, his family moved from St. Philip Parish to Little Flower Parish. Fr. Bob is a 1963 graduate of Little Flower Catholic School. From the time he was in first grade, he knew he wanted to become a priest. Therefore, after graduation from Little Flower, he attended the Latin School of Indianapolis, St. Meinard College, and the North American College in Rome. On June 29, 1975, Pope Paul VI ordained Fr. Bob and his Little Flower classmate Fr. Jim Farrell along with 357 others from around the world in St. Peter’s Square.
Fr. Bob’s first assignment was as associate pastor at St. Malachy Parish, Brownsburg. In 1980, he became part-time Vice-Vicar Judicial of the Metropolitan Tribunal of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis and part-time associate at St. Matthew Parish. In 1985, he became full-time Vice-Vicar Judicial of the Metropolitan Tribunal and assigned in residence at St. Christopher Parish in Speedway. Fr. Bob became pastor of Little Flower in July 2003 while continuing as Vice-Vicar Judicial of the Metropolitan Tribunal.
Fr. Bob enjoys spending time with friends and reading.
Began work at Little Flower: 2003
Job Responsibilities: Pastor
What makes Little Flower special? “The people! I am so impressed with the hospitality and generosity of Little Flower parishioners as they carry on the tradition of hospitality and generosity of those who were parishioners before them.
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Angie Mackell
Director of Stewardship and Parish Administration
317-357-8352, ext 102
amackell@littleflowerparish.org
Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
About Angie: Angie has been a member of Little Flower since birth. She is the only daughter of Bill and Judy (Harmon) Rathz, and has two brothers, David and Tim Rathz.
Angie attended Little Flower Catholic School, graduating in 1983. She went on to Cathedral High School, graduating in 1987, and then to Bellarmine University, earning a B.A. in Mathematics in 1991. Angie spent over 20 years as a Customer Service Manager in 2 different call centers before coming to work at Little Flower.
Angie and her husband Frank have a daughter, Samantha, who also graduated from Little Flower and Cathedral, and is currently a student at the University of Cincinnati. Angie teaches tap dancing at a local studio, and she enjoys art fairs, gardening, Colts games, and Harry Potter.
Began work at Little Flower: 2017
Job Responsibilities: Wearing many hats, Angie is primarily responsible for managing the parish finances, coordinating stewardship, and performing human resources functions.
What make Little Flower Special? “The sense of family and community at LF are second to none. I always felt safe and comfortable here growing up, and that feeling carried forward in raising my child here. I was always at home when I was at Little Flower.”
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Peggy Clegg
Pastoral Associate for Health and Senior Ministry
317-357-8352, ext 106
Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
About Peggy: Peggy is one of ten children of the late John and Rosemary Clegg. She has a B.A. in Education from Marian College (now Marian University) and a M.S. in Education from Butler University. She has six brothers and three sisters and therefore has lots of nieces and nephews who love spending time at her house.
In her free time she enjoys camping, crafts, scrapbooking, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Began work at Little Flower: 2008
Job Responsibilites: Peggy primarily ministers to the seniors of the parish. She is responsible for making sure all of our homebound parishioners and those residing in nursing facilities receive Communion. Peggy visits parishioners who are hospitalized and assists families in planning funerals for their loved ones. She is the staff liaison for the Parish Life Commission, which is responsible for all of the fun events that happen in our parish such as the parish picnic, Halloween party, Christmas party, etc.
What make Little Flower Special? “I enjoy my ministry at Little Flower and find it both humbling and rewarding. The people here are very warm and welcoming. I can always count on someone being willing to assist me in various ministries and activities. I feel very blessed to be both and parishioner and a staff member here. Little Flower truly is family to me.”
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Kevin Gawrys
School Principal
317-353-2282, ext 111
kgawrys@littleflowerparish.org
Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
About Kevin: Kevin grew up on the eastside and attended St. Simon school with all six of his siblings. He is an Indiana University graduate with a Master’s degree in Educational Administration. Kevin earned a certificate in Catholic social teaching from the Catholic University of America.
Kevin and his wife Karen have four daughters and love spending family time at the ballpark, track, field, court, pool, etc. They are members of St. Thomas parish in Fortville.
“To me laughter is like taking a bite out of life and saying, aahh, just right”–The Unoriginal Sinner and the Ice Cream God
Began work at Little Flower: 1999
Job Responsibilities: Principal
What makes Little Flower Special? The community. Everyone is welcoming and warm and truly family. Little flower is the proverbial village and the entire community is working together to care for the wonderful kids in our school.
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Gavin Craig
Music Director
317-357-8352, ext 107
Hometown: Winchester, IN
About Gavin:
Gavin Craig is an Indiana native, conductor, and performing musician who has a special interest in sacred music, historical performance practice, and using the arts to promote social justice. Gavin received his Bachelor’s from the University of Indianapolis, where he studied classical saxophone performance, voice, and piano. From there, he went on to receive his Master’s of Music from Butler University in choral conducting.
In addition to his work as a church musician, Gavin is active in the music community of Indianapolis as a performer, studio artist, teacher, and member of the board of directors for multiple professional performing ensembles.
Began work at Little Flower: 2023
Job Responsibilities: As Parish Music Director, Gavin is responsible for everything that happens in the area of liturgical music for weekend liturgies and all other liturgical celebrations throughout the year. He is responsible for the adult choir and cantors and assists with the school liturgical choir and school Masses.
What makes Little Flower special? “I believe what makes Little Flower so special is how deeply ingrained this church community is in the roots of the surrounding area. I have seen ties to local businesses and neighbors alike who have long-standing genuine relationships that have been cultivated for generations.”
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Lisa Gibbons
Accounting Clerk
317-357-8352, ext 105
lgibbons@littleflowerparish.org
Hometown: Detroit, Michigan
About Lisa: Lisa has been a parishioner of Little Flower since 1990, and has been on the parish staff for nine years. She has been married to Pete for 25 years and they have 3 daughters, all of whom graduated from Little Flower School and Scecina Memorial High School. Lisa enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and reading.
Began work at Little Flower: 2003
Job Resposibilities: As accounting clerk, Lisa is resposible for accounts payable as well as preparing all the parish deposits. She assists with the Scrip program and performs other accounting duties as assigned.
Lisa also coordinates the Religious Education program for elementary student in non-Catholic schools, as well as Vacation Bible School and the preparation programs for First Reconciliation and Eucharist.
What makes Little Flower special? “The people! Little Flower is such a welcoming community.”
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Jeannie Zimmerman
Parish Secretary
317-357-8352, ext 103
jzimmerman@littleflowerparish.org
Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
About Jeannie: Jeannie is married to Ed and has 3 children. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, boating, hiking, music, and reading.
Began work at Little Flower; 2004
Job Responsibilities: answering phones, scheduling Masses, organizing volunteers to help in the office, scheduling meetings /events in parish calendar, and taking care of the many needs of those who come into the parish office daily.
What makes Little Flower special? “The caring & generous people who are always ready to help in anyway needed.”
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Sandy Clegg
Office Assistant
317-357-8352, ext 104
Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
About Sandy: Sandy has been a member of Little Flower Parish since 1969. She is a graduate of Little Flower, Thomas Carr Howe High School and Butler University. SheI played basketball at Butler and has coached various sports (softball, kickball, basketball and volleyball) her entire adult life. She taught third grade in Lawrence Township for six years and currently serves as a Teacher’s Aide at Little Flower School.
She and her husband, Paul, are the proud parents of three children, Nikki, Jackie and Andrew, all of whom also graduated from Little Flower School. She enjoys attending Andrew’s running events, Jackie’s equestrian shows, and visiting Nikki at Walt Disney World. In her free time, she plays board games, solves crossword puzzles, rides bikes, plays volleyball, watches sitcoms, relaxes by a fire and visits with family.
Began work at Little Flower: 2010
Job Responsibilities: She keeps the Parish Databases updated with alumni and parishioner’s mailing information. She assists the Director of Parish Administration, enters all Sacraments and maintains the school’s tuition payment system.
What makes Little Flower Special? “The parishioners of Little Flower are very supportive of the church and school. They are committed to keeping the parish strong and this shows in their hard work in the numerous ministries offered at Little Flower. I enjoy helping and interacting with parishioners and school families on a daily basis.”
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Jacob Comley
Director of Maintenance
317-357-8352, ext 110
jcomley@littleflowerparish.org