Parish Pastoral Councils - Purpose
The purpose of the Parish Pastoral Council is to foster full participation of the entire parish in the life and mission of the parish and of the Universal Church. The parish faith community participates in this mission by:
- Worshiping God;
- Creating and nurturing Christian Community;
- Growing in Faith and Holiness;
- Serving those in need, especially the poor.
Rationale, Principles and Guidelines for Parish Pastoral Councils
- Introduction By Cardinal Justin Rigali
- Rationale for Parish Pastoral Councils, Based in Documents of The Second Vatican Council Based on the 1983 Code of Canon Law
- Principles Guiding Parish Pastoral Councils
- Purpose of Parish Pastoral Councils
- Function of Parish Pastoral Councils
- Role of the Pastor in Parish Pastoral Councils
- Parish Pastoral Council Size, Membership & Terms of Office
- Parish Pastoral Council Meetings and Relationships with Other Committees