Finance Council

Description: Together with the pastor, share the responsibility for the prudent administration of parish financial affairs. Assist in formulating policies and procedures for the effective management of parish assets. Recommend short-term and long-range financial plans in conjunction with pastoral council planning.

Time Commitment: Attend Discernment Night and be selected by lot on Pentecost. Six to eight meetings a year, typically weekday evenings, and one Saturday morning meeting with Pastoral Council in May. Three year-term with option for renewal for a second term by mutual agreement with the pastor. Assist in developing next year's budget for Church, School, Religious Education and Daycare.

Talent to Share: Special competence and prudent judgment in financial affairs, including accounting, business, risk management, facility management, construction, and human resources. Willing and able to share the responsibilities of administering the temporal goods of the parish.