MEET THE TEAM

V. Rev. Gerard Canon Tartaglia

Director of Youth

Canon Gerard Tartaglia is a parish priest in the Archdiocese of Glasgow, currently serving as parish priest at Holy Family Parish, Kirkintilloch. He has served as an Assistant Priest in a number of parishes in the southside of Glasgow and still contributes to the mission of the Church in the field of Canon Law. He strongly advocates for youth ministry, throughout the Archdiocese, at the most local level possible, encouraging Catholic schools in their association with parishes and promoting active participation of young people in the life of their local parish and faith community.

Mishal Novani

Youth Officer (Formation & Parish Leadership)

Mishal Novani leads the formation and support of parish youth teams, guiding priests, adult leaders, and young leaders in their mission to accompany young people in faith. She oversees training sessions, gatherings, and residential events, while establishing new youth groups and mentoring staff, ensuring every young person and leader is inspired and equipped to grow in Christ.

Michelle Tortolano

Youth Officer (Parish & Young Adult Support)

Michelle Tortolano supports youth and young adult ministry across parishes, coordinating leaders, facilitating online training, and contributing to gatherings and residential events. She helps establish new groups, deliver intensive parish programmes, and strengthen networks, empowering young people to grow as confident disciples and active members of their faith communities.

Joanna Do Rego

Youth Office Coordinator (Curia, Parishes, Youth & Young Leaders, Apostolates)

Joanna Do Rego coordinates parish and Archdiocesan youth ministry, supporting priests, young leaders, and parish teams in leadership programmes, events, and pilgrimages. She also manages administration, communications, and finances, while leading FORMED leadership pathways and supporting Evangelisation Committee initiatives to strengthen networks and inspire young Catholics.

Fyfe Daly

Youth Officer (Young Adults, Schools & Digital Engagement)

Fyfe Daly develops and delivers programmes for young adults and parish communities, facilitating events and supporting parish initiatives. He manages digital platforms, promotes events, and liaises with schools to provide resources, ensuring faith formation is engaging, accessible, and connected across Glasgow.

Marie-Claire

Youth Office Coordinator (Maternity Leave)

“Let no one despise your youth, but set the believers an example in speech and conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.”

St. Paul the Apostle to a younger leader, Timothy.