Fr. Marlon Mateo

Fr. Marlon Mateo was born and raised in the Philippines. He came to Toronto, Canada in 1999 and was ordained as a priest on December 19, 2009 for the Order of Carmelites. He spent several years in secondary education as a teacher for 6 years in Chicago and 2 years in Encino, CA.

Prior to joining the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, he served as an Associate Pastor at Holy Family South Pasadena from 2016-2018 and then Holy Family Church in Glendale from 2018-2022. In September 2021, Fr. Mateo was formally incardinated as a priest of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.

Fr. Marlon enjoys traveling, good food and time with friends. He began his ministry as an Administrator here at St. Clare on July 1st, 2022.

Fr. Marko Rudela

Fr. Marko Rudela's journey to the priesthood began when he was in college, praying the Rosary and attending frequent Eucharist Adoration. Through these devotions, he felt Our Lord's call to offer his life to God as a priest. He joined St. John's Seminary, Camarillo and was ordained a priest in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles June 1st, 2024.

Fr. Marko has been involved in many ministries, like the Vocation Holy Hour and Rosary, after the 9AM Mass. His assignment to St. Clare parish became official on July 1st, 2024.

Few fun facts about Fr. Marko, he was born in downtown Los Angeles and raised in Covina. His family is from Croatia. In his free timhe enjoys cooking hiking, and watching soccer (especially when the Croatian national team plays).

Fr. Alfredo Quezada

Fr. Jesus Alfredo Quezada-Avila, brings a spirit of joyful service to his role as Associate Pastor at St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church. Originally from Mexico, Fr. Alfredo has journeyed through a rich path of faith and formation, culminating in his priestly ministry within the Diocese of Los Angeles.

Before joining St. Clare, he served as Associate Pastor at Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Hoover, Alabama. In January 2023, he celebrated a personal milestone by becoming a U.S. citizen—a testament to his commitment to serve the Church and its people in his adopted homeland.

At St. Clare, Father Alfredo collaborates closely with the pastoral team to shepherd a vibrant, multicultural parish. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he plays a key role in liturgical celebrations, sacramental preparation, and pastoral outreach, especially among Hispanic families. His presence reflects the parish’s mission to be a welcoming home for all who seek Christ.

Parish Office

661-252-3353

Melody Googooian

Cherry Pastores

Claudia Chairez

Martina Torres

Director Of Hispanic Ministry

661-299-6593

Dora Baez

Confirmation

661-600-6364

Alex Zuniga

Facilities and Maintenance

661-252-3353 ext 303

Salvador Torres

Tom Jezik

Religious Education

661-252-6950

Nancy Arriaga (DRE)

Natalia Moore (Asst DRE)

Admin Assistant

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Karina Lara

Digital Comm Manager

818-869-0020

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