Finance & Administration

The pastoral mission and services of the Church can only be effective when the necessary resources are available to operate the various programs and maintain the worship sites. Our Father in heaven knows our needs and provides for them through the work of human hands -- the finance and administration commission.

To become involved in this important work, please contact your parish's secretary.

Endowment Fund

Millinocket, 4-23-08: An Endowment Fund is now available for the St. Martin of Tours community of Christ the Divine Mercy Parish and for St. Benedict Parish. LEARN MORE

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Services and Responsibilities

1. Prepare the budget for the upcoming year, after receiving committee budgets.
2. Prepare the annual, and, if feasible, quarterly financial reports
3. Raise funds via:
   1. Budget envelopes
   2. Special events
   3. Investments
4. Fund the maintenance and improvement of buildings and grounds
5. Provide for new construction
6. Review parish insurance coverage, and update it, if necessary
7. Take an inventory of all parish equipment, furnishings and facilities
8. Prepare a schedule for replacement or renewal of aging equipment and facilities
9. Educate parishioners about the financial priorities and needs of the parish through financial reports, charts, graphs, etc.
10. Establish of clear lines of responsibility for maintenance and renovations
11. Promote the annual Catholic Charities Appeal