Pastoral Council

Parish Pastoral Council Commissions

FINANCE

Provides financial guidance and advice to the pastor observing both Church and civil law in the sound management of the temporal goods of the parish.

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• Assists the pastor in making informed financial decisions in compliance with the Diocese and civil requirements.

• Attends regularly established quarterly meetings in regard to the finances of the parish.

• Assists in preparing the annual budget and reviews reports to the diocese.

• Reviews and approves parish fund raising efforts

• Credentials around business management/finance preferred

• Members of this commission only need not be member of parish if they bring credentials and experience to assist the parish

SPIRITUAL LIFE + WORSHIP

Responsible for facilitating the spiritual and worship life of the parish community by coordinating and providing quality liturgical and other prayer experiences   which celebrate and strengthen the community’s journey of faith.

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• Assists the Pastoral Staff in making informed decisions regarding the celebration of the Liturgy and other parish prayer experiences according to Church law and pastoral need.

• Attends regularly established meetings to plan and prepare liturgical celebrations, retreat days, recollection days, devotions, or other spiritual activities,

• Assists in the liturgical formation of the parish, both ministers and the parish at large

• Assists in the coordination, training, and ongoing formation of the following ministries at Parish Liturgical activities:

EDUCATION