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Michael Ruzicki
Director@npmbalt.org
     Originally from central New Jersey, Michael grew up in a Polish-American parish (St. Mary of Ostrabrama, South River) and was active in their music and liturgy program throughout high school.  While studying religion, art and drama at The Catholic University of America in Washington DC, Michael was very involved in the Office of Campus Ministry. He developed a music ministry retreat program that brought college students to parishes with large elderly populations.  By the time he graduated, students from five different universities were joining their ministry in service to the hosting parish community.  It was at Catholic University and his work as a student leader of music ministry and liturgy, he decided to answer the call of working in the Church as a full-time lay minister.
     Michael began his work on the Pastoral Staff at Resurrection of our Lord Parish in Laurel, MD in August of 2003. Currently, he is the Pastoral Associate for Liturgy and Music, enveloping all of the liturgical volunteer ministers in a variety of areas- including Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Altar Servers, Lectors, Hospitality Ministers and the Environment Committee.   Having recently completed coursework in the Pastoral Spanish program at the College of Notre Dame of Maryland, Michael also participates in the Spanish-speaking/singing ministry at his parish.
     In addition to his ministry in the Church, Michael enjoys the time spent with his family, whether home in New Jersey or here in the area. In his free time, he continues to use his background in digital art as a creative outlet for relaxation and dances the polka with the rest of the Ruzicki family.
       Current Term ends Spring 2009

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JoAnne Ibex
membership@npmbalt.org
     A native of Baltimore, JoAnne earned a Bachelor of Music degree at Florida State University, and later studied organ with Terese Gemme.  She has ministered in the following parishes: St. Anthony of Padua (Gardenville), Our Lady of Mount Carmel (Essex) and is currently the Director of Music and Liturgy at her childhood parish of St. Michael the Archangel in Overlea.  JoAnne is an active member of NPM, who has enthusiastically supported the formation of our local chapter.  She sees her role as one who encourages each assembly member to share his or her gifts, for the praise and glory of God.  And NPM plays a major role in keeping us encouraged!
       Current Term ends Spring 2009

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Berta Sabrio
planning@npmbalt.org
     More info coming soon!!!
       Current Term ends Spring 2009

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Beth Pugliese
koinonia@npmbalt.org
     Beth D. Pugliese, resident of Hanover, PA, Minister of Music at Our Lady of Grace, Parkton since July 2005.  After 2 years of ministry at Our Lady of Grace, I now feel confident and ready in reaching out beyond parish boundaries for enrichment, prayer and sustenance in gathering with colleagues. With 23 years of ministry, I bring not only parish experience, but experience of helping to start another chapter, serving on the Diocesan Liturgy Commission which encompassed planning liturgies, music and workshops.  As Animator of Koinonia, I hope to bring social events and varied prayer experiences that we as ministers need to refresh our bodies, spirit and ministry. If you know me, you know that my personality thrives on being with people! 
       Current Term ends Spring 2009

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Tom Bozek
Secretary@npmbalt.org
     I have been active in Music ministry as on Organist, Choir Director and Director of Music in the Baltimore area for over 35 years. In September of 2008, I began my 8^th year as Director of Music and Organist at Immaculate Heart of Mary, where I direct the Adult Choir, The Boys and Girls Choir, The Resurrection Choir and oversee the Contemporary Music Ensemble, the cantor program of volunteers and professional singers, professional instrumentalists and vocal groups as well as responsibility for the overall music program of the parish and the Liturgical Music Program for the parish school of over 550 students.
     I began my ministry at St. Jane Frances de Chantal in Riviera Beach while attending elementary school there. I have also served at St. Stanislaus Church in Baltimore, St. Clement I in Landsowne, St. Alphonsus Rodriguez, Woodstock, and Church of the Annunciation in Rosedale as Organist and Director of Music. I served almost 20 years as assistant organist at St. John the Evangelist in Severna Park. I have completed an AA in Mortuary Science from Catonsville Community College, a BBA in Management and Accounting from Loyola College, and have studied music theory and piano with Jack Thames and organ with Marjorie Jovonavic at the Peabody, as well as private studies in organ.
     I have been a member of NPM for over 20 years currently also a member of the DMD and a founding member of the Baltimore NPM Chapter. I am also a member of the AGO, having served on the Executive Committee and OHS. I look forward to being part of an exciting future for the liturgical musicians and clergy in our Archdiocese enabling us to foster the continued growth of Musical Liturgy together for the benefit of those we serve.
       Current Term ends Spring 2009

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Carolyn Weglein
treasurer@npmbalt.org
     Carolyn Weglein began playing organ while a student at St. Mary of the Assumption school in Govans.  She continued in music ministry as organist/music director at St. Pius X for 37 years.  Currently she is the youth choir director at St. Isaac Jogues and enjoys freelancing as a substitute organist/pianist for many parishes in the Baltimore Archdiocese.  She believes that the NPM Baltimore chapter provides wonderful opportunities for prayer, education, and socializing with other music ministers, who often serve in isolated situations.
       Current Term ends Spring 2009