A Wyoming native, Diana Marie Waggener brings experience in intentional communications, interpersonal communications, writing, editing, and graphic design.

Diana taught public speaking and interpersonal communication for seven years at Laramie County Community College—Albany County Campus, and she has taught public relations in the UW Department of Communication and Journalism.

She is grateful for the opportunity to serve the People of God in the Diocese of Cheyenne  and put to good use the skills she developed as a public relations professional at the University of Wyoming for 23 years.

Diana is a long-time parishioner at Saint Paul's Newman Center in Laramie, where she serves as a psalmist and lector.

She is the mother of three adult children and Nonna to two granddaughters. Diana and her husband, John—also a Wyoming native—enjoy traveling, hiking, working out, and being together.

Diana Marie may be reached at: [email protected]

Deacon Mike Leman serves as a point of contact between the leadership and faithful of the Diocese of Cheyenne and representatives of the local, state, and federal governments. As legislative liaison, he gives voice to the Catholic perspective on issues of public policy and encourages political engagement that reaches beyond party affiliation or partisanship, with an emphasis on mutual recognition of common moral principles.

Deacon Mike's work is informed by Catholic Social Teaching, and he aims to share the beauty of its three principles: human dignity, solidarity, and subsidiarity.  

A native of Wyoming and U.S. Army veteran, Deacon Mike worked as a firefighter in Fort Collins, Colorado, for 13 years before he began working for the Diocese of Cheyenne.

He now serves in his diaconal vocation at Saint Patrick Church in Casper.

Deacon Mike and his wife Jennifer were married in 2000, and they have two daughters, Sophie and Lily.

Deacon Mike may be reached at:
[email protected]

Carmella Chavez's intention is to help build unity throughout the Diocese of Cheyenne, as well as to help increase appreciation of Catholic Social Teaching.

In April 2023, she received a certificate as a Laudato Si’ Animator through the Laudato Si Movement, a spirit-led organization whose work helps to support the Catholic Relief Services’ Campaign on Climate Change. She hopes to bring awareness and encourage others to seek a better understanding on how they can be stewards of God’s Creation!

A parishioner at Holy Trinity in Cheyenne, Carmella is a talented vocalist who serves in music ministry. She is blessed to share the gift of music with her husband, Paul, and they serve the communities of both Cheyenne and Laramie through music in any way they can.

Carmella is blessed with two beautiful daughters, Bella Luna and Ariana. Carmella enjoys being in nature, dancing, and spending time with her family and friends who serve as a constant reminder to her of God’s goodness!

Carmella may be reached at:
[email protected]

Cheyenne native Neill O’Donnell has served the Catholic Church since 2013 when he was hired by the Cathedral of Saint Mary. Eventually, he migrated to his current position as director of IT, overseeing IT operations for the Cathedral of Saint Mary and Saint Mary’s School.

In February 2020, Neill brought his experience and talent to the Chancery Office where he manages IT services and operations.

Neill is married to his high school sweetheart Annie, and they have three children, two older boys and a girl.

Neill spends most of his free time with his children and family, including coaching soccer and Lego League teams or watching the children’s sporting events.

Maria Ward has a passion for ministry work related to childbearing and reproductive issues and has specific training in Project Rachel Ministry. She is a part-time, remote employee of the Diocese of Cheyenne. 

Maria lives in Cheyenne with her husband Tyler and their two young daughters, Gianna and 
Anastasia.

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