Pastoral parish Council
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Pastoral Parish Council Committees
A major part of the parish council structure includes a system of committees. These committees are the major working bodies of the Parish Council. They are the backbone of the council’s effectiveness because they are established to broaden the base for dialogue and for parishioner representation and participation in the mission of the Church. Committees are made up of parishioners whose unique talents and interests are especially suited for the specific area of ministry they represent.
The mission and ministry of Jesus is continued in Immaculate Conception Church through various parish committees. These include:
A. Evangelization - Education Committee (Good news witness, learning/teaching disciples)-Strive to help parishioners grow and deepen their faith,as well as promote ministries that invite and welcome into the church community inactive or alienated Catholics and non Catholics. We will achieve this through teaching the faith, organizing parish missions/retreats and faith programs centered on the mystery of the Most Holy Trinity.
B. Worship and Spirituality Committee (Praying believers) - develop opportunities and activities to help our parish and individual members experience better under standing and fuller participation in the Mass and celebrations of the ritual and sacraments of the Roman Catholic Church.
C. Communication Committee (People of God in communion) - advocates a sense of belonging among parishioners by keeping them informed of the activities, issues and events affecting the parish, and by serving as a vehicle for publicizing the activities of all parish organization.
D. Finance and Stewardship Committee (serving stewards) - promotes parishioner participation in all parish ministries and encourages parishioner stewardship of time, talent, and treasure to improve our parish for generations to come.
E. Safety and Security Committee coordinates for the protection of the parish community, staff, and physical assets. We balance operational readiness with a welcoming environment. We strive to foster and sustain a culture of vigilance, preparedness, and rapid response to physical threats/medical emergencies/weather events across all liturgies, parish ministries, and church campus operations.
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MEMBERS
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VacantChair
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VacantVice Chair
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Keziah Ndichundichukeziahyahoo.comEvangelization - Education Chair
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Isidoro Castillocastilloizziegmail.comEvangelization - Education - Co-Chair
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Michele Wiebermwiebrgmail.comEducation Chair
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Patty Pierceppnannyaol.comWorship Chair
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VacantWorship Co-Chair
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evelyn.cordero1972gmail.comCommunication Chair
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Katherine Colonkathy.colon6gmail.comCommunication - Co-Chair
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Roger Voorhisrjv001xgmail.comFinance & Stewardship Chair
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Scott Ellwoodscott.ellwoodgmail.comFinance & Stewardship - Co-Chair
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John SmithSafety & Security Chair
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VacantSafety & Security Co-Chair
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Parish Council committees:The Immaculate Conception Pastoral Parish Council would like to invite members of its congregation who are interested in volunteering in one of the following committees:
A. Evangelization
B. Worship and Spirituality
C. Education and Faith Formation
D. Communication Committee
E. Finance and Stewardship
God has given us talents, let us put them to good use. Let us help each other grow in faith to become better Catholics.
"Teach me, Lord, what you want me to do, and I will obey you faithfully; teach me to serve you with complete devotion." Psalm 86:11
Parish Pastoral Council meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 6 pm in the St. Joseph Center (room 10 downstairs). All parishioners welcome to attend. -
NEED OF VOLUNTEERS
The members of this council were elected nearly two years ago, and, according to the PPC Bylaws, we need to replace a third of the council members in September of this year. We are seeking parishioners willing to serve a term of two or three years on the Parish Council.
In addition to the normal rotation of council members, we have a few vacancies that need to be filled as soon as possible:- PPC Secretary whose primary role is to take and keep records of the council meetings.
- PPC Vice-Chair
- Worship & Spirituality Co-Chair
If you are interested in any of these opportunities to serve, please contact me or Sandra Perez at the IC Office for a PPC member to contact you.
Our Church also has a need for more Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMOHC) for all Masses, and to take communion to the homebound, hospitals and senior facilities. Tony Carroccia is the Ministry Leader. Please contact him or Sandra Perez to sign up for training to volunteer for this wonderful ministry.
Finally, we are equally in need of volunteers for our 50-plus ministries, the upcoming International Festival, Knights of Columbus, Lectors, Ushers, et cetera. We invite you to attend the upcoming Ministry Fair on Saturday, August 1st after the 4:30 pm Mass, and on Sunday, August 2nd between the 8 and 11 am Masses, and between the 1 and 4:30 pm Masses. The Ministry Fair will be held in the Family Life Center where many of our Parish ministries representatives will be available to provide information, answer questions, and help you sign up.
I sincerely ask you to consider serving as a member of the PPC or in one of the many ministries in our Church. Please pray to the Holy Spirit for guidance on how you may best serve OUR parish. This will be a great opportunity for you to share God’s given time and talent. Thank you. -
5 Year strategic planThe Immaculate Conception Parish Strategic Plan is a living document. As such, it is meant to be updated periodically to identify achievement of key goals, provide status on existing goals, and to incorporate new ideas and parish goals.
Please address any questions to Rick Catignani, Chair, IC Pastoral Parish Council, and submit them to the parish office. -
5 Year strategic plan