We, the faithful of St. Joseph Parish, willingly accept our baptismal call to gather and worship as a community, to proclaim the Word of God, and to serve in the image of Jesus Christ.
The Pastoral Council is composed primarily of elected members of the parish. They function as the voice of the parishioners in regards to programs needed for the spiritual good of the parish. They advise the pastor on these matters and assess the effectiveness of present programs and/or new programs. Members serve a 3-year term, with election of 1/3 of the council taking place in spring.
Council meetings usually take place on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Parish Complex, except October and March which are held at St. Rose Hall in Chesapeake City. Meetings are open to all registered members of the parish, who may address the Council if recognized by the chairperson.
Ideas or comments may be sent to the parish office marked "Attention: Pastoral Council Executive Board. Please include your name and address so contact can be made with you.
PASTORAL COUNCIL MEMBERS
Shelly DiPietrapaul
Stacey Gonzon
Matt Gotthold
Rev. John Grasing
Marilyn Kirchner, Secretary
Claudette Latsko, Executive Officer
Liz Lucas
Bill Preske
Joanne Russell
Deacon Cruz Rodriguez
John Sanders
Antonia Vandenberg
Eileen Viars
Mark Winterbottom
Doris Young
FINANCE COUNCIL
The Pastor appoints the Finance Council members, after consulting with the Pastoral Council.
The Finance Council advises the pastor on the care and use of parish funds.
The Council meets monthly, and assists in the preparation and monitoring of the parish budget.
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