Councils
Pastoral Council
Pastoral Council is the main advisory body to the Pastor on issues affecting the parish, usually of a pastoral nature. The Council consists of parish representatives appointed by the Pastor. Its main objectives are:
- To provide the Pastor with objective, informed, and consistent advice
concerning the "pulse" of parish life. - To listen and be aware of parish needs or issues, to asses them, and offer
viable options when needed. - To foster a sense of community.
- To take the lead on promoting stewardship as "a way of life" and
encouraging parish members to share their talents in service of the parish
and to the wider community.
| CONTACT: |
Parish Office 620-659-2692 |
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| MEETING DATE: | Quarterly. |
| MEETING LOCATION: | St. Nicholas Parish Hall. |
Finance & Property Council
Finance Council assists in the administration, planning, and safe-guarding of the financial resources of the parish and its ministries in accord with church law and norms issued by the diocesan bishop. This includes the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports and also the implementation and maintenance of good internal accounting controls. Property Council oversees the upkeep of the building and grounds of the parish campus.
| CONTACT: St. Nicholas | Fr. Tim Hickey 620-659-2692 |
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| MEETING DATE: | As needed. |
| CONTACT: St. Joseph | Ashley Chamberlain, Chairperson 620-659-5555 |
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| MEETING DATE: | As needed. |
Faith Formation Council
Faith Formation Council assists the DRE (Director of Religious Education) with various PSR activities throughout the year. They also recruit PSR teachers, review curriculum, coordinate registration and plan the calendar for the year.
| CONTACT: |
Parish Office 620-659-2692 |
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