ST ALBERT THE GREAT NEWMAN PARISH
Pastoral Council Meeting July 17, 2018 at 6:30PM
SUMMARY NOTES
Present: Fr. Alex, P. Browne (Chairperson), H. Davis, R. Higgs,
A. Price, E. Paredes, Deacon Wilcox
Absent: J.del Castillo, C. Logan, A. Doinquez, , E. Pfeifer
Guest: Elizabeth Marrufo, Sue Padilla
Overview: Paul called the meeting to order. Fr. Alex provided the
prayer.
Richard moved that the Summary Notes in conjunction with the June 19
meeting be approved; Elaine seconded, Notes were unanimously approved.
New Business:
1 ) Additional Sunday Mass- Fr. Alex expressed his continuing interest in
in changing the Sunday Mass schedule in order to accommodate a
Spanish Mass. The schedule would be 8:00am, 9:30am (Spanish) and
11:00am. He would like to start this on the 1st Sunday of Advent [which
is December 2nd] Will revisit this in the future.
2) Goals/Research Status- Prior to the meeting Hiram distributed a
document that was a result of the joint meeting with the Finance and
Pastoral Council in June. The purpose of the document (Building the
Church’s Future) was to provide the framework for initiating a Strategic
Planning Process. In conjunction with this Sue Padilla reached out to
parishioner , Elizabeth Marrufo, who has considerable experience in
conducting strategic planning processes and is willing to assist us.
● Elizabeth provided an overview on “Developing a Strategic Plan:
St. Albert the Great Newman Center.” She provided a handout and
walked the Council through the process, focusing on the key elements.
● She called attention to the St. Nicholas Parish that developed a good
model (http://www.stnicholasfreedom.
their website.
● After discussion it was agreed that key next steps include:
1) Members of the Pastoral Council are asked to submit their thoughts
on the strategic planning process by July 30.
2) A core planning group should be established to develop elements of
the strategic plan and establish a timeline for moving forward.
Old Business:
New Church Registration- Anna and Christine met with Isabel regarding
the registration process and made considerable progress on plans for
updating the process. Prior to the meeting Christine distributed
information about 1) parish census, 2) registration and 3) why register.
Anne reviewed these items at the meeting, including the elements of the
proposed schedule
● Feedback included:
1) Fr. Alex suggested that the registration should include when
individuals first joined (registered at the church).
2) Need to explore further on the registration of students.
Anna will follow up with Sal.
3) Review the forms and provide suggested changes
● Volunteers needed to assist at Masses. Should indicate at the August
Meeting.
Requested Council Action:
1) By July 30, members are to provide Hiram with feedback regarding the
strategic planning process,
2) ASAP provide Anne with suggestions on the language for the three (3)
Bulletin inserts
3) At the August meeting please indicate which Masses you will work for
distribution of the Registration Forms.
Next Meeting- Has been scheduled for August 14 at 6:30pm at the Bridge.