Finance Council

The Parish Finance Council is a consultative body of lay persons established to advise the Pastor in matters pertaining to the financial affairs of the parish. The relationship between the Pastor and the council is one of support and collaboration. Therefore, the Parish Finance Council is composed of reputable and practicing members of the parish knowledgeable and skilled in financial matters. Membership is by appointment of the Pastor. Members serve for a three-year term and may be appointed to a second three-year term. The Chairperson is appointed for a term of one year and may be reappointed.

Where does the money come from? It is YOU, the Parishioner. Without you, the Church could not provide the building to hold Mass in. Without you, the Church could not pay the utility bills. Without you, the Church could not provide the youth education. Without you, donations to the Poor and Needy could not be made. Without you, the mission of the church would not be accomplished. Without you, there would be no need for the Finance Council.

Principal responsibilities of the Council include:

• Preparation of an annual budget
• Periodic review of the parish bookkeeping and accounting system
• Ensuring the submission of the Semi and Annual Financial Report to the Diocese
• Preparation and publication of an Annual Financial Statement and Report provided to the Parish Pastoral Council and members of the Parish community.

Members:
William Appling
Steve Ashby
Earnestine Barlow
Christopher Portis
Eli Jones - Secretary
Gwendolyn Mason - Chair