Parish Administration Support

The following committees are either advisory or support groups that ease the burden of parish administration. See the General Directory link above for contact persons for each group.

THE PASTORAL COUNCIL is an outgrowth of a broad program that has been developing worldwide in response to directions issued by Vatican II Council that both clergy and laity should cooperate in building the Church. The purpose of the Pastoral Council is to aid in the further development of a Christian community by involving priests and lay people in common investigation and resolution of the spiritual needs of the Parish. In the area of charitable, social or other spheres, it is up to the Pastoral Council to promote the mutual coordination of various lay associations and enterprises within the Parish, while protecting and preserving the proper individuality of each organization.

The Pastoral Council consists of the Pastor and 15 lay members. As vacancies occur, the lay members are replaced by selection by the council and the Pastor, and serve a three year term. Anyone interested in serving should contact the Pastor or the President of the Council.

THE FINANCE COMMITTEE is selected by the Pastor to assist him in the administration of the property and finances of the parish. Canon 537 in the revised Code requires a finance council in each parish, subject to special norms established by the Bishop and composed of members of the parish selected according to those norms. The Finance Committee reviews all income and expenses of the parish and proposes a budget for each fiscal year to the Pastor and Parish Council for final approval.

The Finance Committee consists of the Pastor and 9 lay members. The lay members are appointed by the Pastor after consultation with the Committee. They serve for a period of 3 years, and may not serve more than two consecutive terms. Anyone interested in serving on the Committee should contact the Pastor.

THE FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE COMMITTEE is in charge of overseeing and making recommendations for any repair work that is required throughout the building and grounds areas. On projects involving a large amount of money, the committee solicits bids and presents them to the Finance Committee for approval.

THE ASCENSION WEB SITE SUBCOMMITTEE is responsible for the organization, control, and content of the Ascension web site, and for the selection of the Webmaster. This subcommittee consists of 3 members who serve a three year term; the members are appointed by and report to the Pastoral Council. The WEBMASTER is responsible for the technical design and electronic format of the web site, and maintains the web site with scheduled updates.

THE WEDDING COORDINATOR is available to assist couples and their families in planning and carrying out their wedding at Ascension church.

See the Wedding Preparation Booklet, a PDF file you can download for information about preparing for your wedding at Church of the Ascension.