Pastoral Council
The Pastoral Council is a consultative body which works with the pastor in setting policy, establishing goals, objectives, and action that encompasses the mission of the parish community.  The Pastoral Council consists of the pastor, deacon and twelve parish members selected through a discernment process.  The twelve members consist of five commission liaisons and seven-at-large members.  The five commissions are: 

Spirituality and Worship, Peace and Social Justice, Stewardship and Administration, Education, and Parish Life.  All the ministries and committees operate under the guidance of one of the commissions.

Pastoral Council Selection
The Pastoral Council members are selected through a discernment process.  Parish members either volunteer or are invited to attend the process by recommendation.  After accepting the offer to attend, there are a series of prayerful meetings.  At these meetings, the Spirit is called upon to be present so that the parish is open to the broadest possible input from the community.  The opportunity for prayer and reflection is provided at each step of the process. Discernment of the Pastoral Council membership is a process of prayer, formation, and a deepening of people's relationship with the Lord as individuals and as a community of believers.

The Pastoral Council members serve a term of three years.  The Council normally meets on the second Monday of the month.  All members of the parish are welcome to attend.

Pastoral Council Proposal Forms
The Pastoral Council has developed a formal means of communicating your thoughts on how the parish is attentive to your needs.  A Proposal Form has been put together for you to put your thoughts or ideas on paper rather than to tell one of the council members who might not present your thoughts or ideas correctly.  Copies of the proposal form can be found in the narthex bulletin box or may be picked up a the parish office.    A link to the form is below for your convenience if you would like to print it out and return it back to our office.  After you have filled out the form completely and signed it, please turn the form into the parish office or place it in the collection basket.  The form should be returned at least fifteen days before the Parish Council meets.  Your presence at the meeting is always welcome.

Proposal Form