Finance Council

Purpose and Nature:

To assist the pastor in the wise stewardship of the material gifts entrusted by God to the Parish in support of the mission of the parish and broader Church.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Oversee the accounting system for the parish and the keeping of financial records
• Oversee the creation of an annual budget in accord with the mission, goals, priorities and plans as recommended by the Pastoral Council
• Periodic analysis of income and expenditures; and an annual financial report made to parishioners
• Help coordinate revenue enhancement; fundraising; and asset management
• Oversee property management and safekeeping through building and grounds; building and renovation; inventory of goods, insurances; requests for proxies; and labor practices

Qualifications:

Members should have some expertise in areas such as: business, accounting, administration, the law, insurance, personnel, facility maintenance and management, as well as represent a cross section of the parish community

How do you become a committee member:

Sign up during our Annual Call to Stewardship Campaign; contact a committee member with an interest to attend an orientation meeting; or call the Parish Office (920) 468-7848.

Length of Commitment: usually a 3-year term

Meetings: Generally evening meetings, often monthly from September - May. The Finance Council sometimes meets jointly with the Parish Pastoral Council.