Saint Columban

Pastoral

The parish Pastoral Council is a consultative body consisting of people who represent the parish community. It forms a united body with the pastor in discerning how the parish can best carry out the ministry of the church.

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Pastoral Minutes

What does Pastoral Council do?

The Pastoral Council plays an important role in the parish community. Find out what we do.

Purpose

The Parish Pastoral Council is a consultative body consisting of people who represent the parish community.  It forms a united body with the pastor in discerning how the parish can best carry out the ministry of the church.

Members

The Pastoral Council consists of 12 members and the Pastor.  The members are selected by the parishioners, with staggering terms so that there is annual turnover of no less than four members.  Members serve a three year term and are eligible for one immediate consecutive term.