Our worship is both traditional and contemporary. Our building is modern and welcoming. But our people is what truly makes Christ the Servant special.

Pastor

Father Bob Duda 

Fr. Bob Duda serves as the Pastor of Christ the Servant Catholic Church in Woodridge, Illinois. He is widely recognized for his faithful service and pastoral leadership within the Diocese of Joliet. In May 2025, he was honored with the Knights of Columbus Victor Cardosi Award, celebrating his outstanding service and dedication to parish life.

Fr. Bob recently celebrated his 40th anniversary as an ordained priest, a milestone that reflects his lifelong devotion to ministry. Known as a loyal and dedicated parish priest, he has tirelessly ministered to the sick, often braving even extreme weather conditions to serve those in need. Over the years, he has faithfully served in both the Diocese of Joliet and the Archdiocese of Chicago, with assignments at Immaculate Conception in Elmhurst, St. Scholastica in Woodridge, St. John the Apostle in Villa Park, St. Rose of Lima in Kankakee, and now at Christ the Servant in Woodridge.

Throughout his ministry, Fr. Bob has fostered lasting connections with parishioners across all the parishes he has served, many of whom continue to follow his ministry today. A devoted priest of the Diocese of Joliet, he is also known for offering his support to fellow priests whenever they are in need. His vocation stands as a testament to his commitment to service, faith, and the strengthening of the parish community.

Deacon

Rod Accardi

Deacon Rod Accardi is Director of Spiritual Care Resources at Cadence Health, which includes Central DuPage Hospital, Delnor Hospital, and Community Nursing Service Home Hospice and Palliative Care.  Rod graduated with a Baccalaureate degree in Theology from Niles College of Loyola University, a Master of Education degree in Religious Studies from Loyola University, and a Doctor of Ministry degree in Pastoral Care and Counseling from Chicago Theological Seminary.  He was ordained a Deacon in 1990.  Rod has been married to Chestine since 1976; they reside in Glen Ellyn where they have been members of St. James the Apostle Parish since  1982. 

Rod is a Board Certified Chaplain with the National Association of Catholic Chaplains.  He is also the Diocesan Chaplain with the Joliet Diocese Catholic Committee on Scouting.  Rod and his three adult married sons, Jason, Steve and Dean, are all Eagle Scouts.  Rod created the Silent Lamp program of reflection and peer ministry.  He facilitates programs both in the diocese for deacons and those in formation, as well as in the hospital for staff.  Rod has authored more than 20 articles in numerous spirituality publications, composed more than 25 songs, and presents nationally on topics related to spirituality and health. 

Deacon Rod served with Fr. Frank at St. John the Baptist, and served with Deacon Tom on the Deacon Leadership Board.

Business Manager

Bryn Wildman

Bryn was born in Aurora and attended Benedictine University and Michigan State University. She worked for the City of Naperville for 36 years in the 9-1-1 Center, police evidence, and career changed to the Building and Development as code enforcement and inspections. Lastly, following her MI State education, she worked in the City's Finance department, procurement services.

Bryn and her husband, Pete, live in Downers Grove. Pete is Methodist and active at the First United Methodist Church on Maple Av in Downers. Bryn is an active member at St. Mary of Gostyn Church and currently serves as a member of the Buildings and Grounds committee. Her daughter, Amanda, attended catholic grade schools, Downers South, and graduated from Heidelberg University, Ohio.

Upon her recent retirement from the City of Naperville, she interviewed for the business manager position at Christ the Servant and was hired by Father Duda and the interview committee. Some of her responsibilities include working closely as a team with the bookkeeper; attending meetings; keeping the church data base; interacting with members of the congregation; and aiding with supporting the facility.

Music Director

Janet I. Alikpala

Janet I. Alikpala is a classically trained pianist and lifelong music minister who has shared her love of music across the Diocese of Joliet and the Archdiocese of Chicago for more than two decades. Inspired by her grandmother, Janet studied classical piano with the renowned Philippine pianist and teacher Perla Cudal and has performed nationally through the American Guild of Music. 

Prior to her role at Christ the Servant, Janet spent more than 15 years as Associate Music Director at Divine Savior Parish in Downers Grove and has served as pianist, vocalist, and music director at parishes, schools, and universities throughout the region, including the John Paul II Newman Center at UIC, St. Ignatius College Prep, Benedictine University, St. Mary of Gostyn School, and Crossroads Community Church in Naperville. She has guided and mentored countless vocalists and musicians, bringing both traditional and contemporary Catholic music to life for communities of faith.

A proud lifelong Chicagoan, Janet also brings more than 15 years of professional experience in marketing, advertising, communications, public affairs, and community engagement, having served organizations ranging from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago and Mercy Home for Boys and Girls to national advocacy organizations and Fortune 500 companies. She is deeply committed to using her gifts, both musical and professional, in service of the people and communities she calls home.