Pastoral Council

The St. Isidore Parish Pastoral Council draws upon the wisdom of the community to clarify the mission of the parish, when asked, to provide advice and counsel on parish matters, to assess its needs, to develop goals, and to establish a broad vision for the good of the whole parish community. The Council seeks out and develops the gifts of ministry present within the community of St. Isidore parish. “The Council possess a consultative vote only and is governed by norms determined by the diocesan bishop.” (Canon 536:sec. 1)

The 2022 Parish Council Members are:
Chris Regalia, Chairperson
Tanc Agius
Tom Bobich
Keith Cosbey
Michelle Devine
Lyn Ford
Caroline Kennedy
Carol Larsen
Dominick Yeo
Steve Yount

St. Isidore Pastoral Council Meeting Minutes, January 25, 2022

In attendance: Fr. Matthew, Tanc Agius, Tom Bobich, Keith Cosbey, Michelle Devine, Lyn Ford, Chris Regalia, Dominick Yeo
Absent: Caroline Kennedy, Carol Larsen, Steve Yount Guest: Elmer Spartz

* Chairperson Chris Regalia called the meeting to order at 7:02.
* Fr. Matthew led us in prayer.
* Approval of Minutes The minutes of the November 25 meeting were reviewed and the Council voted to approve them.
* Discussion: Elmer Spartz of the Finance Committee provided an overview of the financial performance of the parish for 2021. In sum, results were very positive, especially in light of the pandemic impacts on church attendance, and the parish ended the year with $2.7 million on deposit.
*Fr. Matthew asked council members for a recap of what activities the parish has typically undertaken during Advent and Lent. Included in the discussion was mention of the parish mission, the Christmas cantata and carol service, and the drive-thru Stations of the Cross (introduced last year). Dominick mentioned the possibility of a parish event in May or June to celebrate the anniversary of ordination for Fr. Matthew (5 years) and Fr. Candelario (1 year). Fr. Matthew insisted that, if we plan such an event, it include Fr. Moran. This topic initiated a discussion of the Pastor’s Dinner, traditionally held in late May as an indication of gratitude for parish volunteers. Fr. Matthew expressed an interest in maintaining this tradition.
* The meeting was adjourned at 8:05.

Respectfully submitted,
Tom Bobich