Pastoral Council

Our parish is a corporation established by the Archbishop of Newark. In addition to the corporate officers of the Archbishop, Vicar Bishop & Moderator of the Curia and our pastor, two parish members serve as trustees and many parishioners make up our Pastoral Council. Our parish conforms to all laws and rules promulgated by the Archbishop of Newark and the universal law of the Church as promulgated in Canon Law.
Our Principals of Governance sets forth the Parish Goals that guide the planning and operation of the parish. Like all other statements that define our identity, they have been developed over time as a collegial enterprise of our pastor and our parishioners.

Parish Goals

• Maximize communication within and beyond the parish community.
• Deepen and nurture the spirit and vitality of parish life and community.
• Raise the level of faith formation and education for all parishioners.
• Implement strategies to strengthen the long-term financial stability of the parish.
• Expand community ownership of our service and outreach ministries, a core element of our parish life.
• Expand and energize the participation of young people in all areas of the parish life.

• Provide support, assistance and make recommendations to the Pastor, Parish Staff and parishioners.
• To improve and enhance communication, both internal and external, among Pastoral Council, Parish Staff, Committees, and Parishioners.
• To build depth and leadership within all Committees, and identify participating members of each Committee

Pastoral Council Members
Elaine & Paul Danno, Co-Chairs
Mary Ritchey, Secretary
Max Rodriguez
Gisela Ramirez-Rodriguez
John Rooney
Ivette Santoro
Suzanne Benaquista
Liz Murray
Mary Lou Soriano
Susan Witkowski
Ed Witkowski
Ex officio
Fr. Doroteo (Dheo)