Raised in Chico California, Deacon Mark and wife Robin have lived in Roseville since 1985. Deacon Mark was ordained to the deaconate in June 2000. Aside from various deacon duties, Deacon Mark’s primarily ministries are marriage preparation and annulment advocacy.
Deacon Mark and Robin are standing members of the Diocese of Sacramento Deacon Ministry and Life Committee, have lived ACTS retreats and auxiliary members of the Georgetown Carmelite Monastery. Deacon Mark is also lead for the West Placer Deacon Deanery and a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus.
Robin is member of the parish's funeral ministry and is the lead for Deacon wives for the Diocese.
The Van Hook’s have an adult daughter who lives in Amador County and has provided them with the blessing of grandchildren.