The Finance Council, which meets on a quarterly basis, regularly studies income and expenses and makes recommendations to the pastor on the fiscal health of the parish. The council is responsible for overseeing the fiscal demands of operating the parish and planning for the future. There are three different areas of concentration on the council: Financial Planning, Development and Facilities. Anyone who would like to contribute their services to these important areas should contact the administrator.
The Finance Committee provides the Pastor/Administrator and Pastoral Council with counsel and advice in regard to the Parish's financial condition and matters relating thereto. The Finance Committee shall provide oversight of the financial management of the Parish.
Major responsibilities of the Finance Committee shall include review and approval of the Parish budget; monthly financial statements; major expenditure requests as defined in internal procedures; written financial internal controls and procedures for the temporal needs of the Parish.
Those who have practical business experience related to budgeting, ability to be a good listener with a collaborative nature and attention to detail. Legal or human resources experience is a plus. The Committee members are appointed by the Pastor.