Roch is a native Marylander and grew up in Frostburg. He and his wife, Linda, have been married for over 30 years and have four adult children. Roch and Linda have been parishioners at OLPH (Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Ellicott City) since 1997. Roch attended the University of Maryland in College Park where he received a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master’s degree in Business Administration. Roch spent 25+ years in high tech corporations with roles in design, program management and sales/marketing. Roch decided to enter Diaconate formation in 2017, was ordained a Deacon for the archdiocese in May 2021 and has served at OLPH since then. Before joining the Office of Parish Renewal, Roch left the corporate sector in October 2021 and was hired by his parish as the Director of Evangelization. Roch is the co-chair of the Ongoing Formation committee for the archdiocese Deacon Life and Ministry Board and is pursuing his Certificate in Spiritual Direction from Divine Mercy University. Roch is a huge sports fan and supporter of the University of Maryland Terrapins, where he and Linda regularly attend both football and basketball games. Roch also loves the outdoors, including hiking, gardening, playing golf, fly fishing, or just lying in a hammock.
I am inspired to accompany people as they learn about Jesus Christ, grow in their desire to have a personal relationship with Him, and gain the confidence to share our beautiful Catholic faith with those they meet.
Office of Parish Renewal
Institute for Evangelization
