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The Finance Council works with the Pastor to balance long-term financial goals against short-term financial needs of our parish. Together they strive to meet the spiritual needs of our faith community and the needs of the buildings that are the “bricks and mortar” of the parish. In other words, to pay for today’s bills while ensuring the Parish’s future vitality. We are looking to fill two volunteer vacancies. If the chance to use your critical thinking skills to help direct the financial future of Mary, Mother of God Parish piques your interest – or if you know someone who would be perfect for this opportunity – please email our Pastor, Father Alejandro Lopez, OFM Conv. (Include your name, telephone number, and email address.)  May the peace of the Lord – through the intercession of Saints Ita, Thomas of Canterbury, Gregory the Great, and Francis of Assisi – be upon you. On behalf of the Parish Pastoral Council, the Finance Council, and the Friars, we present you with the Mary, Mother of God Parish Annual Report for 2022-2023. As you read the report, if you have any questions, please contact the Parish office at 773-561-5343. Haga clic en "Leer más" para obtener una versión en español.
Mary, Mother of God Parish Finance Council Meeting Minutes for 10/19/23 Saint Ita Rectory Basement – 7 PM Attendance
Council members received earlier via email the agenda, the minutes of the September meeting, and the financial statements and reports. The meeting began at 7:03pm with Father Alejandro leading us in prayer. Meeting Minutes John Kryl made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Magali Duvivier. The minutes were unanimously approved. Updates from Father Alejandro At a town hall meeting at St. Thomas of Canterbury, a proposal to install a fence outside the church faced mixed reactions due to the presence of homeless individuals, particularly Priscilla, who needs help. A plan for how to handle her going forward will be developed. The staff attended the Archdiocese’s second (and last) emergency operations planning meeting. A detailed plan still needs to be developed. Father is looking to engage outside assistance in completing this project given the number of campuses and the size of parish operations. |
