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Pastoral Council

The Cluster Parishes of St. Catherine of Alexandria and St. Joan of Arc Pastoral Council serves in an advisory role to the pastor or administrator. It helps to fulfill the pastoral mission of the cluster parishes by:


  • Fostering growth within the parish family and the sharing of spiritual gifts and talents
  • Encouraging positive relationships among all members of the parish
  • Collaborating with other parishes and the wider community


The Council meets the fourth Tuesday of each month.


Click here for the most recently approved Council meeting minutes.

Finance Councils

The Cluster Parishes of St. Catherine of Alexandria and St. Joan of Arc Finance Council serves in an advisory role to the pastor. It is the consultative body in all parish financial matters. All parishes in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee are required to have a finance council governed by norms issued by the Archbishop.


The Finance Council includes the pastor, the parish trustees, one or two liaisons from the Pastoral Council, and other parish members appointed by the pastor.


The councils meet the second Tuesday of the month in the scheduled months.

  • SC FINANCE COUNCIL


  • SJOA FINANCE COUNCIL

    Leisha Smith (Resource)   lsmith@scsjcluster.org


    Jim Nolan                         

    noleoni@wi.rr.com


    Susan Kuhlenbeck

    suekuhl@wi.rr.com    


    Jim Hoover                       

    jimaryhoover@att.net


    Danny Patrick                  

    patrickd@elmbrookschools.org 


    Paul Krueger                    

    pkrueger@shebpaint.com


    Dianne Appleby              

    dianne@spswis.com


    Mark DeByl                      

    debylelectric@msn.com

Buildings & Grounds

Maintain the buildings and grounds of the Parish in a condition enabling it to meet our worship, education and fellowship needs.  Work performed includes the coordination of sub contracts of major project improvements, repairs and maintenance including, but not limited to: Landscaping, weeding, plantings, snow removal, general repairs, addressing storage needs, painting, floor care, fire protection, plumbing, HVAC and electrical, Assistance to the cemetery  and special projects. Contact: Jim Hoover (jimaryhoover@att.net)

Commissions, Committees & Group Ministries

Christian Formation

The Christian Formation Commission coordinates the practice and activities related to proclaiming the Word of God in the world. The members of this commission work to identify the needs and develop responses to the educational/formation needs of the parish. The committee includes the following sub-committees: Adult Formation, Youth Ministry and Vacation Bible School.


Meetings are the second Tuesday of each month.


Contact Todd Weissenborn: tweissenborn@scsjcluster.org

School Commission

The School Commission promotes and develops Catholic elementary education.  The members provide advice to the pastor and principal regarding policy development, school finances/budget development, strategic planning, marketing, and development.


The School Commission is a panel of discerned members whose function is to recommend policy for the operation of the parish school and to serve as an advisory resource to the Executive of the Committee, the Principal of the school. 


They meet the 3rd Tuesday of each month.


Contact Holly Cerveny: hcerveny@scsjcluster.org

Stewardship Commission

The Stewardship Commission educates and promotes the giftedness of all parishioners and the responsibility of disciples to steward all resources.  The members collaborate with pastor and staff to develop strategies and practices which invite all parishioners and the parish organization itself to share time, talent, and treasure.


Recognizing that all of us are blessed by God both spiritually and materially, the mission is to foster a spirituality of thanksgiving and biblical stewardship within our parish community. In fostering this spirituality, the Stewardship Commission is also to identify and affirm the gifts of parishioners. We then challenge all parishioners to share generously of their Time, Talent, and Treasure for the good of our parishes and beyond. Furthermore, the Stewardship Commission is to guide the parish in welcoming new members and inviting their participation in the life and ministry of our parishes. 


They meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month.


Contact Todd Bourdo: toddbourdo@gmail.com

Lauri Badura: lbadura@mac.com or 

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Human Concerns Commission

This commission discerns and responds to the needs of persons in the parish, the wider community and the world by identifying resources to meet their needs and enlisting the active cooperation of parishioners.   The members collaborate with the pastor, staff, and other organizations and agencies in service, advocacy, justice education, and empowerment of people. 


Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 10 am.


Human Concerns Subcommittees:

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee was formed to provide human resource policy guidance and assistance to the Pastor and the Administrative Leadership of the parishes. The areas and issues of primary focus and activity for the Committee have included the following:

  • Employee Handbook Development and Review
  • Employee Search and Selection Process
  • Employee Compensation and Benefits
  • Performance Management and Employee Development

The Human Resources Committee is made up of parishioners who possess a variety of general administrative and human resources management experience. The Committee welcomes the participation of anyone interested in supporting the Parishes on human resources issues.


Meetings are held as needed.


Contact: spiefer@lindner-marsack.com

Worship Commission

This commission nourishes and gives direction to the liturgical and communal prayer life of the community.  The members collaborate with the pastor and staff in this area of mission on liturgy preparation, the training and formation of the various liturgical ministers, and the formation of the assembly about the sacraments and liturgy.


Meetings are the first Tuesday of each month. 


Contact our parish offices for more information.


Our Men's groups focus is to grow our faith and relationships through

fellowship, prayer, faith and biblical study in group discussion focused

program.


Our group's intent is to grow our love for Jesus and our Catholic Faith , so that we will be better Men of Christ. 


Join us at one of our meetings!

  • Weekly Feb 14th-May 9th | Fridays 6am - 7:30am (Except for the last week of each month)
  • Last week of each month we will meet on Wednesdays from 6pm -7:30pm

Location:

Saint Micheal's Hall / Multipurpose Room

SJOA School


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