
DEACONS
Deacons are elected to a ministry of care and compassion both within and outside the congregation. They pray for members and friends, provide meals in times of need or crisis, and deliver flowers to shut -ins and to those recovering from illness or surgery. They provide rides to church and to weekday appointments for those unable to drive. The Deacons also host the reception following a memorial service.
Meet our deacons
Joan Flood
Joan Flood
Memorial Receptions
I'm a third generation Northern Californian,raised in Alameda. I have elementary, pre-school and adult ed credentials and have taught and coordinated Sunday Schools in various Bay Area cities. My husband Al and I met at the Alameda Pres Church Teen Youth Group over 60 years ago.
Judie Donovan
Judie Donovan
Transportation
I sing in the choir and lead the exercise program Suzan Plath began 30 years ago. I also serve on theworship committee helping with communion and music selection. My small dog and I enjoy young families and old timers on neighborhood walks. I have 6 grandchildren.
Mary Kathryn Marcom
Mary Kathryn Marcom
Flock Lists
I’m a Certified Professional Life and Grief Coach and love connecting with other people. I’m a kidney transplant recipient, grateful for each day, and I enjoy being outdoors with my dog, Mercy. In my spare time, I enjoy writing and listening to music.
Chris Francisco
Chris Francisco
Flowers
My family became part of the FPCSA community in 2001, while I was studying at SFTS. I was ordained in 2011. I work part-time at Neurorestorative with traumatic brain-injured clients. My interests include reading, fiber arts, puzzles, 12 Step Recovery, and Warriors basketball.
Lisa Della Valle
Lisa Della Valle
Co-Moderator of Deacons
I am a retired elementary school teacher, having taught third grade for 29 years. My interests are hiking, gardening, swimming, volunteering both at FPCSA and in the community at large. I also relish time spent with friends and family, especially our three young grandchildren.
Christine Grossi
Christine Grossi
Food for Friends
I love being a part of this church, connecting with people, and being of service. I enjoy playing the piano, cooking and eating, walking Marin trails, playing computer games and being with family and friends. I’ve been married to Ron since 1966 and our son, Paul, is a physics teacher.