The
Parish Pastoral
Council

The
Parish Pastoral Council consists of two
representatives from each standing
committee and two members appointed by the
pastor. Both elected and appointed members
will serve three-year terms. No one may
serve more than two consecutive
terms.
Procedures
for selection of Committee and Pastoral
Council members.
April
- Nominations solicited for openings on
each committee,
Early
May - Each nominee is contacted to
determine willingness to
serve,
Mid
May - Summary of candidates presented
to the Parish at Sunday
liturgies,
Early
June - Election by written ballot at
Sunday liturgies.
Parish Standing
Committees
Each
committee consists of 12 members who serve
three-year terms. Each committee will
establish a regular meeting schedule,
select a chairperson and secretary, and
elect two representatives to serve on the
Pastoral Council.
Hospitality
Committee
This committee coordinates the ministry of
hospitality. They provide a welcome table
one weekend a month to register new
parishioners and answer questions about
parish life. They also coordinate parish
social events, including the Epiphany
Celebration, the St. Patrick's Day
Dinner-Dance, the International Dinner and
special receptions.
Education
Committee
This
committee sets direction and implements
programs for various parish educational
efforts, including all sacramental
preparation, the School of Religion, and
Adult Education. The committee provides
educational programs and information on
social issues and concerns. It also works
with the Epiphany Parents' Association and
the School Administration.
Temporal Affairs
Committee
This
committee oversees financial matters for
the entire parish and is responsible for
updating the five-year maintenance plan
for all parish facilities.
Youth
Committee
This
committee oversees the Youth Ministry
program of the parish, including the
parish sports program.
Worship
Committee
This
committee oversees the liturgical and
prayer life of the parish. It coordinates
all special liturgies and periodically
reviews the liturgical life of the
parish.