Parish Administration
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Pastoral Council
The Pastoral Council is the chief consultative body of St. Ambrose Parish. Its primary purpose is to enhance and oversee the quality of parish life and ministry. Through a goal-setting process, members aid the pastor in giving shape to the direction of pastoral ministry in our parish.The mission of the parish Pastoral Council is “to examine and consider all that relates to pastoral work and to offer practical conclusions on these matters so that the life and activity of the People of God be brought into greater conformity with the Gospel.” (Pope Paul VI). Through a goal-setting process, the members of the Council aid the pastor in giving shape to the direction of pastoral ministry in our parish.
The pastor appoints the standing committee chairpersons along with other parishioners chosen through a discernment process. These members meet with the pastor monthly throughout the year.
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Meetings:
4th Tuesday, 6 p.m.Current Members:
Sue Wolanin, Chairperson
Joanne Biltz
Judy Macek
Melani Walker
Standing Committees:
Worship
Parish Social Life
Social Action
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finance council
Canon 537 states, “In each parish, there is to be a finance committee to help the parish priest in the administration of the goods of the parish.” The Finance Council advises the pastor in the administration of all parish property, land, and buildings. It ensures fiscal responsibility and stewardship for all temporal goods of the parish. It oversees matters such as budgets, income and expenses, investments, salaries, capital improvements, fundraising, long-range planning, and grounds and maintenance. The pastor appoints members. The group meets regularly.
PARISH SAFETY COMMITTEE
The St. Ambrose Parish Safety Committee is a group of volunteer guardians that serve to coordinate and implement safety measures across the church community. It is their responsibility to ensure that the church is well-prepared to respond to emergencies and potential threats by developing and executing effective emergency response plans and protocols. Currently, the chairperson meets as a part of the Finance Council.
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Meetings:
4th Tuesday, 7 p.m.Current Members:
Matt Ryser, Chairperson
Norm Fashing
Joe Leonard
Tom Szabaga
David Vincent
Michele Manderbach
Safety Committee
Joe Brookover
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Grounds & maintenance group
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A group of hardworking people take on the responsibility of keeping the parish grounds and buildings looking good. We are always looking for men and women to help out. Landscaping and general maintenance and repair are done on Thursdays beginning at 6 p.m. during the warmer months. If you would like to volunteer your time and talent, please contact the chairperson, Matt Ryser (330-646-7975).
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Work Days:
Thursdays (except Winter)
6 p.m.
Chairperson:
Matt Ryser (330-646-7975)
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