The finance committee carries out the work regarding the parish budget and the financial operations of the parish.  This committee reports to the parish council.

Responsibilities:

1. Under the direction of the pastor and in cooperation with the other committees, researches and prepares the annual parish budget for both cooperating and capital expenditures.  The budget is based on the goals and objectives determined by the parish council as it discerns the needs of the parishioners in the areas of prayer and worship, total parish religious education, parish school, human concerns, and on-going parish life.
2. Provide assistance to parish committees and staff in developing their part of the budget.
3. Periodically review income and expenditures to determine if the parish is operating within the approved budget.
4. Make recommendations for increasing revenues and stewardship of resources.
5. Provide periodic reports on the parish's financial position.
6. Periodically review procedures for the counting, recording, and depositing of receipts; organizes, supervises, and recruits volunteers for this responsibility.
7. Oversee the accounting system and internal control procedures of the parish as described in the Parish Financial Management Manual.
8. Oversee and advise parish organizations regarding financial procedures, records, and reports.

Committee Membership includes the following:

     Ex Officio Members:
         Pastor/Parish Director

     Committee Leaders:
          Chairperson
          Trustee Treasurer
          Secretary
          Parish Council Liaison

     Members:
          Any parish members knowledgeable in the areas of accounting and finance.