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Pastoral Council

The Code of Canon Law describes the pastoral council in these words:
"After the diocesan bishop has listened to the presbyteral council and if he judges it opportune, a pastoral council is to be established in each parish; the pastor presides over it, and through it the Christian faithful along with those who share in the pastoral care of the parish in virtue of their office give their help in fostering pastoral activity. This pastoral council possesses a consultative vote only and is governed by norms determined by the diocesan bishop." (Canon 536)

Pastoral Council Members:
Dani Chase, Brian Eskew, Maria Maggio, Joseph Miller, Wendell Manning, Jeanine Patton, and Kirby Price

Financial Council

The Code of Canon describes the finance council in these words:
"Each parish is to have a finance council which is regulated by universal law as well as by norms issued by the diocesan bishop; in this council the Christian faithful, selected according to the same norms, aid the pastor in the administration of parish goods. . . ." (Canon 537)

Financial Council Members:
John Boudreaux, Mike Breard, Janet Platt, Cindy Price, and David Soignier

"To be shepherds of the flock that God gave you and to take care of it willingly, as God wants you to, and not unwillingly. Do your work, not for mere pay, but from a real desire to serve. 3Do not try to rule over those who have been put in your care, but be examples to the flock. 4And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the glorious crown which will never lose its brightness." 1 Peter 5 2:4

St. Matthew Catholic Church

121 Jackson St. Monroe, LA 71201

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