Parish Evaluation Inventory
Section 1 Sacramental Nature of the Parish
Worship:
1. Please list the Daily and Weekend Mass schedule.
DAY TIMES LANGUAGE (other than english)
Saturday 5:00 p.m. NA
Sunday 8:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. NA
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00 a.m. NA
Tuesday 7:00 p.m. NA
1a. Are Mass schedules coordinated with neighboring parishes?
Yes No X
If Yes, How?
2. Review the statistics in Addendum B, columns 12–15. Nationally, 35%–40% of registered parishioners attend mass regularly (3–4 times per month). Do the number of liturgies celebrated on a weekend reflect current needs, in relationship to seating, households and average mass counts?
Yes No X
If no, what plans has the parish made to change the number of liturgies celebrated on a typical weekend.
The Parish will be re-evaluating the Sunday Mass schedule with the possible outcome of decreasing the Sunday Masses from three celebrations to two (9:00 am and 11:00 am).
3. Describe the process used in preparing the liturgies, e.g. the roles of the staff and the Worship Commission.
The staff and Worship Commission are responsible for meeting prior to the start of each liturgical season, Holy Day, Feast Day, and special Mass. Songs, readings, and distinctive rites are selected and reviewed to ensure appropriateness for the liturgical celebration. The staff and Worship Commission are also responsible for reviewing plans for special school and RCIA Masses, to ensure inclusion and participation.
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4. What liturgical ministries function in the parish? (list total number of each)
21 Lector/Reader Musicians
58 Extraordinary Ministers or Holy Communion
1.5 Organist
77 Greeters/Hospitality/Ushers
9 Instruments
2 Sacristans
6 Cantor/Song Leader
85 Liturgical Assistants/Acolytes/Servers
30 Choir Members
Other (Please List)
5. How many young people (under 18) are lectors and EMHC’s? (list total number of each)
Lectors 40 EMHC’s 25
5a. How does the parish encourage youth to answer this call to ministry?
The Parish actively encourages youth to answer the call to ministry by offering Youth Ministry programs for junior high (6th -8th grades) and high school (9th-12th grades) students. These programs include open houses, weekly Youth Ministry meetings, regular retreats, and family events. Additionally, the high school Youth Ministry plans and participates in one Mass per month, where members of the Youth Ministry function as lectors, EM’s, ushers, etc. These activities are open to all youth within and outside the Parish. The parish also offers a Youth Choir (open to students in 2nd –8th grades) who sing at school and week end Masses during the school year; a Contemporary Choir for youth (high school +) and adults; and opportunities for alter servers at week day Masses, weekend Masses, funerals and weddings.
6. How many altar servers are there? (list total number of each)
Boys 52 Girls 32 Men Women
7. Does your parish participate in the diocesan Rite Of Election at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament?
Yes X No
7a. Please describe your RCIA process: Your response should include 1) whether you use lectionary-based catechesis, or instructional classes; 2) whether you have a year around process or a school-year model; 3) pre-catechumenate inquiry; 4) the roles of coordinator, catechists, and sponsors and their preparation process; 5) Celebrations of the Rite of Acceptance, the Rite of Election (and whether it is done at the Cathedral), and the Scrutinies; 6) Mystagogia.
The RCIA program uses Lectionary based Catechesis and instructional classes in a “school year” model. The pre-Catechumanate process involves a review and discussion of Sacred Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church and other Sacred documents, with a focus on application to the Faith. The coordinator, catechist, and sponsor meet twice a month. All are encouraged to attend Mass following the bi-monthly meetings to promote and live community. The Rite of Acceptance is Celebrated within the context of the normal Sunday Liturgy and the Rite of Election is Celebrated at the Cathedral with the coordinator, catechists, and sponsors all attending. Pre-baptismal mystagogy involves review, discussion and reflection of the C.C.C. and Sacred Scripture. Post Baptismal mystagogy involves follow up by coordinator/Pastoral Associate to ensure fuller participation in the Worship Community and to guide them along their faith journey.
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RCIA (Children or Adults)
Who conducts the preparation? Length of preparation?
Sponsor Preparation Rel. Ed. Director and staff, RCIA Coordinator, Pastor, Pastoral Minister Ongoing through 9 Months
Rite of Acceptance into Catechumenate Same as above
Scrutinies Same as above Same as above
Mystagogia Same as above Same as above
RCIA Catechist Preparation Same as above
8. Please describe the parish sacramental preparation programs.
Who Conducts the preparation? Length of preparation?
Usual age when first celebrated/received?
Infant Baptism A trained married couple 1-2 hour session N/A
First Penance RCIA Coordinator, RCIA staff, St. Genevieve School principal/staff, Pastor, DRE & catechists Throughout school year 7-8yrs. old (2nd grade)
First Eucharist RCIA Coordinator, RCIA staff, St. Genevieve School principal/staff, Pastor, DRE & catechists Throughout school year 7-8yrs. old (2nd grade)
Confirmation RCIA Coordinator, RCIA staff, St. Genevieve School principal/staff, Pastor, DRE & catechists Throughout school year 12-14yrs. old (8th grade)
Marriage Pastor, Deacon, Pastoral Associate 2-3 Sessions of 2 hours with PMI administered. N/A
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9. What devotions are regularly offered, and how many people typically participate?
Devotions Average Participation
· Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Adoration/Benediction· Monthly Healing Service: Rosary, Mass, Blessing of Religious Articles, Eucharistic Procession, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Adoration/Benediction · Tuesday eveningsFriday 9:45a.m. – 3:00 p.m.: 25-30 people· Monthly Healing Service: 250 people
· Stations of the Cross (Lent) · Friday Evenings during Lent: 75+ people· Children’s Stations of the Cross (for Religious Education/St. Genevieve School conducted Friday afternoons during Lent): 250 people
· May Crowning· Chaplet of Divine Mercy Novena · 100 – 150 people· 100 people
· New Year’s Eve Holy Hour· Holy Thursday Night Watch· Ash Wednesday Services/Mass· Blessing of throats· Good Friday Stations of the Cross · 50 – 100 people· 25 – 75 people· 200+ people · 200+ people · 150 people
9a. How do your sacramental programs and devotions address the religious needs of your ethnic groups (i.e. language, resources, religiosity, traditions, etc.)?
Adjustments and additions of traditions are incorporated as requested. All parishioners are encouraged to bring forth their traditions. A “quad – lingual” (Argentine, Italian, Spanish, English) marriage and Mass was recently conducted with appropriate traditions included for each group represented.
10. How does the liturgical life of the parish support the laity's call to holiness?
St. Genevieve Parish offers many liturgical opportunities to sustain and grow the faith of the laity. Examples include “community” worship activities such as adult, contemporary and youth choirs; liturgical ministry to the homebound; support of six area nursing homes; sacramental celebrations; bible studies and RCIA training for adults and children. St. Genevieve Parish also offers an emphasis on the transformation of the Eucharist into the body and blood of Jesus. This is evident in the celebration of the Mass as well as the opportunity for Eucharistic Adoration.
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11. How do the worship services help the members make the connection between:
Worship at Work? By drawing connections through the daily and weekly readings and homilies that remind the parish community that work is part of life. These reminders about God’s assistance aid in managing daily responsibilities. Additionally, the worship services honor those who work and draw connections between the work they do and the work of the saints. Worship services provide support for those overwhelmed or anxious from work and financial concerns and offer a better perspective in distinguishing between what is important and what is not important. Worship often directs parishioners to give to God what they do on a daily basis, and reminds everyone to put God first in everything.Mass schedules are offered that accommodate the working parishioner’s schedule. For example, Mass is offered on Tuesday evening for those who can’t make daily 9:00 a.m. Mass. Holy Day Masses are offered in the early morning (before standard working hours generally begin) and in the evening (after standard working hours are generally over).
Liturgy and Life in the Family? The liturgy offers constantly reminds to credit God for the many blessings in our lives. It reminds parishioners to do the things that please God and to keep Him front and center. Family prayer become an inheritance for children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Faith is passed down from generation to generation and its passing extends salvation to future generations. Families have the opportunity to participate in Eucharistic adoration during the week. Mass schedules accommodate a variety of family schedules. Family activities, such as CYO sports, scouting and youth ministries are highlighted at Mass. Family worship is encouraged at all levels.
Community and the Workplace? Worship and liturgy offer perspectives about work and family lives, and ways to manifest that perspective in the community and the workplace. Worship services emphasize the need for stewardship and service. Groups and individuals that extend community service (Women’s Sodality, Youth Ministries, Usher’s Club) are mentioned, as are the work that they do and the requests they make of the parish for assistance. Opportunities for community services such as working in a soup kitchen or delivering food baskets to the needy are made available. If we truly believe “Praise God from whom all blessings flow,” then we begin to realize how important it is to share those blessings with others. Weekly Mass, rituals and activities help us to become examples for others as we practice Christian kindness, charity, understanding, and forgiveness toward others.
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Evangelization
1. Please describe the organized methods the parish uses to welcome people.
1a. Current parishioners Prior to Mass, ushers and/or designated parishioners act as greeters outside of the church doors. After Mass, the clergy greets the congregation as they exit the church. Coffee and donuts are offered after designated Masses providing time and space for the Parish community to socialize and connect. The Parish has numerous social activities, such as pancake breakfasts, for the Parish community that are posted throughout campus, in the weekly church paper, on local cable channels and in local newspapers.
1b. New parishioners Welcome packets with Mass schedules, parish organizations, and parish resources are sent to the new parishioner. A welcome registration session is conducted providing the opportunity to learn about the new parishioners needs, requests, interests, questions and concerns.
1c. Those who have become alienated from the Church These individuals’ needs and requests generally surface at training prior to baptisms, weddings and funerals with issues being addressed as needed.
1d. Those coming from other religious traditions Individuals from other religious traditions are welcomed to participate in parish celebrations and services as appropriate. Catechesis in the Roman Catholic Church is available as needed and as requested.
1e. The unchurched These individuals’ needs and requests generally surface at training prior to baptisms, weddings and funerals with issues being addressed as needed. Others are Catechized as situations arise (nursing home visits, home visits, open houses, etc.) and as requested.
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2. What programs exist for continuing education or renewal of the people of the parish that have been implemented over the past three years, i.e. RCIA, faith sharing groups, prayer groups, Bible study groups, etc. (attach additional sheets if necessary).
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Program · Pilgrim’s Way Bible Study· Prayer Group (River of Life) Year 20032004
Description of Program Scripture studies for adults
Program · Men’s Club· Men’s Retreat· Women’s Retreat · Men’s fellowship group Year 2003200220022003
Description of Program Faith formation through Scripture study, speakers, retreats, and social activities.Weekend retreats at Manreasa/St. Paul of The Cross Bible & scripture study
Program · Junior High Youth Group Year 2004
Description of Program Faith based activities and retreats to socialize young teens in Catholic Values.
2a. How does the parish foster small groups that often flow from these programs?
By providing encouragement and support staff, meeting areas and other resources as needed.
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Worship Statistics
The data that you have and will be studying in this section is designed to assist you in understanding the sacramental nature of your parish. Study the demographic data for the following section (see Addenda A, B & C) and reflect on this as you respond to the questions. If your parish is designated as a National parish, without territorial boundaries, disregard questions 1–3.
1. Based on the U.S. Census statistics (Addendum A, Page2), since 1990 how has the population within the parish boundaries changed?
% Increased by 2.6% % Decreased by Remained the same
2. Based on the U.S. Census statistics (Addendum A, Page 2), what are the three largest racial/ethnic groups within the parish boundaries?
Group % of Total Population
White 93.9%
Hispanic/Latino 2.1%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1.7%
3. Based on the U.S. Census statistics (Addendum A, Page 2), what are the three largest age groupings within the parish boundaries?
Group % of Total Population
35-54 years old 30.6%
65+ years old 21.4%
5-17 years old 15.8%
4. Based on diocesan statistics (Addendum B, Columns 4-6), since 1994 has the number of registered households:
% Increased by % Decreased by 11% Remained the same
5. Based on diocesan statistics (Addendum C), since 1994 has the sacramental activity generally increased or decreased in the following key areas: Infant Baptisms, Adult Baptisms, Full Communions, Catholic and Interfaith Marriages and Funerals.
Mostly by Decreased by Remained the same X
5a. Sacramental Intensity is measured by adding the number of sacraments celebrated in the above key areas, divided by 12 months. How does your parish compare to the rest of the diocese?
Your Parish Archdiocese ofDetroit Parishes of0-1000 HH Parishes of1001 – 2000 HH Parishes of2001 + HH
12 10 6 16 21
More Active? X Less Active? About same as rest of diocese?
Section 1 Sacramental Nature of the Parish
Worship is both expressive and constitutive; as we gather to worship as one, we indeed become more fully the Body of Christ. Parishes exist primarily so that the Body of Christ can gather in unity to offer praise and thanksgiving to God. Evangelization first begins with a renewed personal commitment to Jesus Christ and the mystery of His Death-Resurrection. This experience is then expressed in a lifestyle which gives personal and communal witness to others—including fellow Catholics, both practicing and non-practicing, other Christians and even people of other faith backgrounds or no particular faith commitment.
As defined in "Together in Faith," the "Sacramental Life of a parish is measured by the total number of Adult Baptisms, Infant Baptisms, Adult Full Communions, participants in the RCIA, and Catholic and Interfaith Marriages and Funerals. Every parish will be asked to verify Kenedy Directory Sacramental Statistics, and to document numbers for Sunday Eucharist(s)." Every parish should examine their sacramental and liturgical practices, and their effect on the worshipping community. The parish should also evaluate how they form people to participate in a meaningful way and in the life and mission of the parish.
After reflecting on the definition above and reviewing your responses to Section One of this Parish Evaluation Inventory, please describe the Sacramental nature of the parish.
The sacramental nature of the parish is evidenced by 1) Liturgical opportunities to sustain and grow the faith of the laity 2) Active parish sacramental preparation programs to sustain and grow infant Baptisms, first Penance, first Eucharist, Confirmations, and marriages, and 3) Devotional opportunities with active participation of parish members. St. Genevieve is competitive with the Diocese, however, there is always an opportunity to improve. Sacramentally, the Parish is steady even with gradual changes in the population.
In terms of the Sacramental nature of our parish, our major findings are
Although we have had a slight decrease in the number of households since 1994, our sacramental (Kenedy) statistics show a very healthy and active sacramental nature. Our elementary school and outreach programs, with the area retirement and nursing homes, generate significant activity in our sacramental life at St. Genevieve Parish. With 64.5% of our parishioners coming from within our own Parish boundaries, the Parish is stable and appears to be meeting the needs of the Parish community. Compared to churches of like sizes (parishioners) we have a high sacrament ratio. Statistics across all categories illustrate only minor fluctuation over the past 9 years. Kenedy statistics found in error; 18 more adult Baptisms; 8 more 1st Communions; 12 fewer deaths/funerals.35-54 is the largest population group within our parish; 6-17 year olds is the 3rd largest population group of our parish
From this, we conclude
St. Genevieve Parish is fulfilling the needs within our parish boundary.We have an opportunity to focus on improving youth spirituality, provide more spiritual tools/training for 35-54 year olds, and focus on evangelizing local residents who have turned away from the church through community actions, good neighbor reputation, etc.
In view of these conclusions, we recommend
Develop growth opportunities within the worshipping community, focusing on parishioners in the 35-54 year old population range.Continue to develop and enhance youth program, focusing on 6-17 year olds, (continue to grow school with extended day and pre-school programs for working families.Re-invigorate adult spiritual training.Form evangelical groups to witness to those who have turned from the church and those not knowing the church.
Section 2 Strategic Nature of the Parish
Demographics
The data that you have and will be studying in this section is designed to assist you in understanding the strategic nature of your parish. Study the demographic data for the following section and reflect on this.
(see Addendum B, Columns 3, 7 & 10)
1. In Column 7, what is the priest to people ratio for your parish? 1 to 3,930
How does it compare to other parishes in your vicariate? To the diocesan ratio of one priest for every 2900 registered individuals? Please describe.
The St. Genevieve ratio is higher than the diocesan ratio and in the middle of our vicariate.
2. In Column 10, what is the staff to people ratio for your parish? 5 to 786
How does it compare to other parishes in your vicariate? To the diocesan ratio of one paid professional staff person for every 772 registered individuals? Please describe.
St. Genevieve’s ratio is significantly lower than the vicariate ratio and similar to the diocesan ratio.
3. In Column 2, how many priests in your vicariate will reach retirement age
in the next year? 1 in the next 5 years? 6
4. Review the Pinpoint map of your parish's registered households, based on CSA data (See table on Addendum E).
What percentage of parishioners live within the parish boundaries? (If the parish is designated a National parish, it has no geographic boundaries. Please skip this part of the question, and answer 4a & 4b below). 64.5%
4a. What percentage of parishioners live in other parishes within the Vicariate? 31.1%
% Outside your vicariate? 4%
4b. How does this affect your ministerial programming?
A variety of Mass schedules are offered to accommodate the proximity of parishioners.
5. What data, developments or plans are being considered by your city or municipality that effect your parish and surrounding areas? Please describe.
In proximity to Church, there are few single-family homes being developed. About a mile away (in Redford) where some parishioners reside, housing development is being slated for the current site of Catholic Central High School and the former Wonderland Mall location. Once these plans are finalized, mailings, open houses and other marketing strategies (including relationships with the development companies) will be employed to attract new parishioners.
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Parish Staffing, This does not include school staff, if any.
1. Names and positions of paid professional parish staff members, e.g., Pastoral Associates, School Principal, Religious Education Director, Music Director, Social Ministries Coordinator, Youth Minister, etc. Attach additional sheets as needed.
Name Position Full/Part Time, or shared with another parish Level of Certification Number of Years at Parish
Rev. Mr. Kevin Breen Pastoral Associate/Deacon FT BS/Post. College 6 months
Mrs. Diana Tarnacki D.R.E. FT Cert. Catechist/BS Rel. Studies 9 years
Mrs. Mary Olex Elementary D.R.E. FT Cert. Catechist/BA Education 6 years
Mrs. Katy Fredericks H.S. Youth Ministry FT Lev. 4 Youth Ministry 10 years
Mrs. Diane Montes Jr. High Youth Ministry PT Basic YouthMinistry 1 year
Mr. Patrick Abraham Director of Music FT Post College 10 months
Mr. Gary Patrick Principal FT BS/MS Adm. 6 months
2. Names and positions of volunteer staff members. Attach additional sheets as needed.
Name Position Full/Part Time, or shared with another parish Qualifications
Penny AlbitusDarlene AnstethKaren BonannoKaren BradfordAnn Brumar Cattchist Asst.CatechistCatechistCatechistCatechist PTPT PTPTPTPT Trained by StaffTrained by StaffWorking on Cat. Cert.Teacher; Working on Cat. Cert.Working on Cat. Cert.
Ann Carruthers-VidaFrancine CerconePhyllis GoeddekeGwen GonzalezDarlene JasinskiSherry Luszcz Maureen McClorey Jennie McNeff Nursery HelperCatechistCatechistCatechistCatechistCatechistCatechistCatechist PTPTPTPTPT PTPTPT Trained by StaffTeacherWorking on Cat. Cert.Working on Cat. Cert.Working on Cat. Cert.Working on Cat. Cert.Working on Cat. Cert.Student Teacher
Parish Staffing, This does not include school staff, if any.
Name Position Full/Part Time, or shared with another parish Qualifications
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Erin MiesmerSheryl Nordstrom CatechistCatechist PTPT TeacherCertified Catechist
Lisa ParninValerie PetersenSally SchmidtChristine StollHarvey StroyanMary Tabone CatechistCatechistCatechistCatechistCatechistCatechist PTPTPTPTPTPT Trained by StaffTrained by StaffTrained by StaffCertified CatechistTrained by StaffTrained by Staff
Barbara WadePatricia WinnieCindy WishartKathy Zelin CatechistCatechistCatechistCatechist PTPTPTPT Certified CatechistCertified Catechist / TeacherWorking on Cat. Cert.Working on Cat. Cert.
3. Names and positions of paid parish support staff (e.g. business manager, secretary, maintenance, etc.) Attach additional sheets as needed.
Name Position Full/Part Time, or shared with another parish Level of Certification
Diane Gravelle Parish Secretary FT 24 yrs. in position
Donna Ford Bookkeeper PT College, Accountant for 20+ years
Dave McDaniel Maintenance FT AOD Certified
Henry HallCarol Truchan Custodian/Sacristan/OrganistCustodian FTFT AOD CertifiedAOD Certified
Christine Stoll – BS AccountingSheryl Nordstrum - BS NursingPatricia Winnie – BA EducationAnn BrumarGerry Skotzke Religious Education Admin.Lead CatechistLead CatechistLead CatechistReligious Ed. Office Asst. PTPTPTPTPT Certified CatechistCertified CatechistCertified CatechistWorking on Cat. Cert.
4. Does the parish have procedures for personnel recruitment, defining employee job duties and responsibilities and determining job classification?
Yes X No
If no, describe the parish’s plan and timeline for change.
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5. Have all staff and volunteers undergone criminal background checks?
Yes X No If no, how many have not?
Describe the parish’s plan and timeline for conducting background checks on all staff and volunteers.
The Parish is current with all background checks. New staff and volunteers background checks are completed prior to contract signing.
6. Do paid professional staff receive wages and benefits that are just and equitable according to the Theology and Philosophy of Just Compensation 2004 provided by the Archdiocese of Detroit?
(If you need additional copies of this document, please contact the Office for Human Resources)
Yes X No
If no, describe the parish’s plan and timeline to comply.
7. How are staff and volunteers given opportunities, encouraged and financially supported to participate in ongoing formation and to become certified?
All are encouraged to participate in any pertinent in-services and seminars that are reimbursed by the Parish. There is also ongoing Catechist formation as offered by the AOD paid for by the Parish.
8. Names of Weekend Priests and place of residence. Attach additional sheets as needed.
Name Place of residence
Fr. Ferdinand Wolber, (91 years old – Primary Celebrant at two Masses/month; assists with weekly nursing home Masses Private Residence, Livonia, MI
9. In addition to English, what languages are priests, deacons, and parish staff able to speak? Please list name as well as language. Attach additional sheets as needed.
Name Language Degree of Fluency (1= Beginner; 5=Master)
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Programming
Parish and Catholic School Religious Education
In July, every parish DRE was sent the Annual Status Report for 2003-04. If it was completed and returned to the Office for Faith Formation/Catechetics, the DRE can provide you with a copy of the report. Please review this report with your planning committee.
If the Office for Faith Formation/Catechetics did NOT receive your Annual Status Report by October 5, a BLANK copy is attached. Please complete it and submit it with this Parish Evaluation Inventory.
Youth Ministry, (Typically young people ages 12–17)
1. What types of gathered youth ministry programs are offered? (Events or activities, intentional catechesis in a youth ministry setting, justice learning, service opportunities, etc.) Attach additional sheets as needed.
Program Age Group
The program consists of weekly comprehensive Jr. High and High School Youth Ministry meetings with Catechesis; two yearly retreats; service opportunities; Rainbow Conference; Life Chain; World Youth Day – Home; Youth Leader training; Appalachian Mission Trip; Gleaner’s Food Bank; monthly youth Mass; parent/teen dinners (2/yr); Parish Easter Egg hunt; Passion Mime; Fish Fries; Rake and Run Service; Sponsor of CFCA child from Bolivia; Adopt-a-family at Christmas; weekly media minutes; Bible Blog”; “Why be a Catholic” discussion groups; Youth Ministry Alumni night 12-14yrs Jr.H14-19 yrs. H.S.
2. How is the parish reaching out to the teens that are not participating in the gathered programs?
Teens not participating would find news and updates in the weekly articles in the church bulletin, letters to all incoming freshman, requests for help at Confirmation retreat and Jr. High Youth Group, visits to 8th grade classes and Religious Education classes, letters to graduates, postcards to those on mailing lists. Members are encouraged to bring friends – Catholic and non-Catholic.
3. Are youth actively involved in leadership roles in the parish councils, liturgies, service programs and catechetical programs?
Yes X No
If yes, please name the different roles. Parish Council Representative, planned monthly Youth Mass, Vacation Bible School, lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, music & choir participation, youth catechists, representatives at area planning meetings
4. Does the parish participate in vicariate youth ministry programs?
Yes X No
Please describe. The area consists of two vicariates. Programs participated in include Timothy evening of recognition; softball challenges; Eastern Michigan sports nights; homeless experiences; area planning meetings, and CYO WIND conference.
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Young Adult Ministry, (Typically young people ages 18–35)
1. What types of gathered young adult ministry programs are offered? (Events or activities, intentional catechesis in a young adult friendly setting, justice learning, service opportunities, etc.) Attach additional sheets as needed.
Program Age Group
E-mail young adults who are alumni of YM of any local campus ministry events.Alumni retreats 18+
Alumni Meeting at Youth Ministry 18+
2. How is the parish reaching out to young adults who are not participating in the gathered programs?
There are several open houses or “bring a friend” evenings for the gathered programs. All programs promote their activities and meetings in the church paper and announcements at weekend Masses.
3. Are young adults actively involved in leadership roles in parish councils, liturgies, service programs and catechetical programs?
Yes X No
If yes, please name the different roles. Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Young Adult Catechist Volunteers, Council Representatives, Contemporary Group Reps (choir)
4. Does the parish participate in outreach to young adults on college campuses? (i.e. publicize local campus ministry events, distribute campus ministry brochures to high school seniors, pray for college students on Campus Ministry Sunday, etc.)
Yes X No
Please describe. CYM forwards Diocesan or local campus ministry events and information via email of programs
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Family Life
1. What were the most significant programs, events or experiences your parish offered in the past year in support of key family-life issues? (Marriage renewal experiences, parenting support programs, family spirituality programs, mutual parent/child liturgical, formation and/or service experiences, single parent support programs, children with special needs awareness/support programs, etc.)
St. Genevieve Parish has offered and encouraged parental participation in Youth Ministry; parent/teen dinners; parent/child prayer services; parent/child 1st Eucharist retreats; parent/child 1st Reconciliation preparation and Service; parent/child Confirmation retreat; parent/child Rite of Enrollment Mass – 1st Communion; parent/child Rite of Enrollment Confirmation with Dinner; special guest speakers regarding family and child raising issues. Promoted recent vicariate sponsored chastity speaker with large group from Parish attending. Marriage celebration evenings are offered with guest speakers focusing on relevant topics.
2. What social and recreational opportunities for families are offered in your parish, and how often do they occur?
Family fun nights (2/yr), Parish picnic (1/yr), Parish Corn roasts (1/yr), Parish Pancake Breakfasts (3/yr), special theme dinners (many), Parish Friday Fish Fry (all Lent), Men’s club co-ed softball with family picnics following (all summer), VERY active CYO program open to all youth – in or out of Parish (all children make our teams and coaches do not cut players).
Vocations
1. Does the parish have an active vocations committee, or a designated representative to the diocesan Vocations Office?
Yes No X
1a. How does the parish promote vocations to ordained ministry and religious life? Please describe.
Archdiocesan approved literature is always posted as available promoting vocations to ordained ministries and religious life. Within the context of Sunday homilies as well as school Mass homilies, vocations are promoted on a regular basis. Individuals have been asked to participate in the visits to the Seminary, and on an individual basis, vocations are encouraged through discussion with candidates and parents. There has also been a great interest in the Permanent Diaconate, with one individual being Ordained within the past year; two individuals actively taking classes and discerning the vocation; while two others are still discerning. There are potential candidates to the Seminary for the Priesthood being encouraged.
1b. Has the parish participated in the “Try It On” program?
Yes X No
2. How does the parish identify and encourage candidates for lay professional church ministries?
First through observation and guided discernment. Additionally all participants and volunteers in the Religious Education Program are actively and strongly encouraged to attend classes and all seminars available for certification. One-time volunteers are now paid part-time Catechists. Many of our Catechists are certified; many are working on certification. One college age Parishioner is actively taking classes through Madonna University in Professional Lay Ministry as promoted through the Archdiocese. She is receiving grant money through the Archdiocesan Lay ministry program and intends on working within the Diocese, all through the encouragement of the Archdiocese Director of the Office of Pastoral Ministry.
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Vocations, (continued)
2a. Is the parish currently involved, or does it plan to participate in the “Mission: Possible” initiative?
Yes X No
Please describe. Current promotional items are posted on campus with personal encouragement of individuals to attend functions.
2b. How does the parish encourage laity to receive credentials in church ministry?
All are encouraged to attend classes through promotional literature, postings in the Church paper and guest speakers that are brought in from the Archdiocese. Every full-time/part-time employee, as well as volunteers, are encouraged on an ongoing basis to recruit parishioners in church ministry. The Youth Groups, (junior and senior high), at the Parish do the same. A recent elementary school teacher became Catholic and is now working towards her Religious Certification.
Christian Service
1. How does your parish address human service needs?
The Parish has a food pantry and distributes food certificates and pharmacy gift cards for those that need assistance with food/medications. All parish organizations are involved with some sort of social service; supporting food banks, adopting families, clothing collections, soup kitchen support, giving tree, Appalachia service project, group home donations, collecting socks, participating in Life Chain and other Right To Life activities, etc.The Parish supports six nursing homes Sacramentally with Communion Services, Mass, and social activities from youth groups or choirs. The Parish also has extended day care for working parents and Vacation Bible School open to all children in the neighborhood. The Parish has collected well over $29,368.00 for various Diocesan service collections. The Parish has collected $65,900.00 pledged to CSA.
2. In what ways does your parish develop awareness of life issues?
Articles and handouts are available on a regular basis on a variety of topics, with special guest speakers brought in as available. The Parish regularly promotes and makes available any articles or handouts from the Archdiocese of Detroit, Michigan Catholic Conference, or American Catholic Conference of Bishops. Parishioners participate in the annual Life Chain event. The Women’s Sodolity collects items for unwed mothers. St. Genevieve elementary school has began special collections for tsunami victims following discussion of current events in school.
3. Does your parish donate funds to, or receive funds from a charitable organization(s) throughout the year? (list)
The Parish donates funds to: Aid to the Church in Eastern Europe, Bishop’s Overseas Appeal, Catholic Home Missions, Catholic Service Appeal, Peter’s Pence, World Mission Sunday, Campaign for Human Development, Retirement Fund for Religious, Hurricane Relief Collection, “Giving Tree” Collection of Monetary funds to be distributed to needy at Christmas.
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4. What Catholic institutions are within your parish boundaries? (hospitals, nursing homes, senior residences, social services, children’s services, etc.)
Marycrest Nursing Home (Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph)
4a. How does the parish meet the pastoral needs of these institutions?
Marycrest is serviced only in emergency situations since they have their own clergy and sisters on staff.
5. What other institutions are within your parish or vicariate boundaries? (jails or prisons, hospitals, nursing homes, senior residences, social services, children’s services, etc.)
Section 2 Strategic Nature of the Parish
St. Mary Hospital, University Nursing Home, Woodhaven Nursing Home, Manoogian Nursing Home, Middlebelt Nursing Home, American House Senior Living Center, Garden City Hospital, Western Wayne County Corrections, Marywood N.H., Angela Hospice.
5a. How does the parish meet the pastoral needs of these institutions?
The nursing homes/senior centers are visited weekly with Communion. Monthly Masses and Sacrament of Anointing occur at these facilities also. St. Mary Hospital is visited as requested for the Sacraments.
6. How does the parish meet the needs of homebound individuals?
Communion Calls as needed and requested to homes, both clergy and laity. There is weekly Communion brought to the six nursing homes serviced as well as Masses celebrated once per month at these facilities.
7. What types of senior ministry programs are offered (Spiritual, recreational, social needs, etc.)
Communion and Mass are held at the nursing homes. If elderly need transport to church, arrangements can be made with the City of Livonia to pick them up. All the seniors are encouraged to participate and be active in the Parish organizations. A large percentage of the Ushers Club and Women’s Sodality organizations are made up of seniors. Seniors assist with the food pantry and distribution of food to the local community, and nursing home services.
8. Do seniors participate in community outreach programs? Please describe.
Senior volunteers assist at the nursing homes for Communion Services and Mass as well as assisting with the food pantry and distribution of food. Seniors are active in any Parish outreach project, (cloths drives, Life Chain, etc.).
9. How is the parish reaching out to seniors and frail elderly who are not participating in parish programs?
Through the youth groups, choirs, and service projects which are regularly provided.
Section 2 Strategic Nature of the Parish
A Strategic parish is responsive to the needs of its registered membership as well as to the community in which it resides. It has adequate, trained, professional and support staff to provide religious education, programming for youth, young adults and family ministries, evangelization and Christian service outreach.
As defined in "Together in Faith," "a strategic parish has 1) defined its ministry purpose and reason for being in that location; 2) analyzed the environment in which it operates and realistically assessed its strengths and weaknesses, making assumptions about unpredictable future events; 3) written specific and measurable objectives; 4) developed strategies on how to exercise good stewardship over available resources to reach objectives; 5) developed operational plans to meet objectives; and 6) established methods to evaluate progress."
After reflecting on the definition above and reviewing your responses to Section Two of this Parish Evaluation Inventory, please describe the Strategic nature of your parish.
St. Genevieve Parish is an “Oasis of Faith” in the Roman Catholic tradition. St. Genevieve Parish serves more local families within Parish boundaries, (64.5%), and has defined its ministry purpose and reason by adapting to the demographic changes in the surrounding area. Th parish demonstrates the ability to minister to all age groups from the St. Genevieve School to the support of six nursing homes Sacramentally with Communion Services and Mass. St. Genevieve also supports religious education through youth ministry, young adult ministry, family life, vocations, and Christian service programs. St. Genevieve is active in Stewardship and Evangelization. The Stewardship Committee has developed specific and measurable objectives on an annual basis. This committee achieves annual objectives set forth by the Parish, while practicing fiscal responsibility. Evangelization itself can be improved upon.St. Genevieve has an operational plan to enhance and expand the Parish campus through the “Campus Renewal Campaign”. This campaign has been approved by the Archdiocese of Detroit, and will provide enhancements to the Church, Parish Center, and school. St. Genevieve will ensure 100% funding for this drive, and will not incur any debt.St. Genevieve School has an operational plan to meet planning, finance, enrollment, and academic excellence objectives. Progress towards these objectives will be monitored by School administration, staff, and reported to the Parish.
Looking at our parish strategically, our major findings are
St. Genevieve Parish is a very well rounded and established Parish that ministers to all groups. The School strengthens our Parish Sacramentally and strategically, as well as providing a more stable and sustainable Parish. Our Parish offers a Christ centered environment where children can learn, worship, and engage in a variety of extra curricular activities with parental/family participation. Located in a good vicariate and a strong community, the parish is one of the oldest in Livonia. What a beautiful oasis!
From this we conclude
Succession plans are needed for all paid/unpaid positions in the parish, as well as a strengthening of our committee system.
In view of these conclusions, we recommend
St. Genevieve is strategically important to the Spiritual development of its Parishioners, non-Parishioners, and those in the surrounding community.
Section 3 Sustainable Nature of the Parish
Leadership
1. Is lay leadership reflective of the makeup of the parish? (ethnicity, age, economic status, etc.)
Yes X No
If no, how does the parish plan to encourage leadership to emerge, which is more reflective of the parish community?
1a. Please list Parish Pastoral Council members below. Attach additional sheets as necessary.
Name Age Ethnicity
Jack FarrowJoanne MoeningSandy ZuchlewskiMargaret Fee 5537NANA Unsure of what was meant by “Ethnicity”.
Martha SchultzJudy ProvagnaRalph MorassoPat Carducci NANA5441 See above.
Don BlaharskiTom HicksJim BiddingerRev. Mr. Kevin Breen 68475346 See above.
Rev. Howard Vogan 61 See above.
1b. Please list the active, functioning commissions and committees.
Parish Council, Stewardship Commission, Campus Renewal, Ushers Club, Women's Sodality, Catholic Youth Organization (CYO), Youth Ministry, School Advisory Committee, Home and School Association
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Leadership, (continued)
2. Does the parish have current (updated within the last three years) mission, goals and objectives?
Yes X No
If yes, please attach a copy of each to this document.
2a. How do the parish activities relate to the mission, goals and objectives of the parish?
All activities are Christ centered/faith based focusing on God, family, and service to others; opened to all within the community; inside Parish boundaries; out-of-parish boundaries.
3. Are lay leaders given opportunities, encouraged to participate in ongoing formation and financially supported to become certified in their area? Please describe.
All volunteers and lay leaders are encouraged to continue education and formation whether at Sacred Heart Seminary or AOD provided in-services and seminars, with the Parish reimbursing the cost. Other educational opportunities are posted and available to all.
4. Is parish leadership actively involved in vicariate efforts? Please describe.
Parish leadership attends Vicariate functions and meetings as schedules permit. Lay leadership, with day time jobs usually are unable to attend, but there is always a representative there. At the most recent Regional Vicariate meeting, our Parish had 22 representatives attending for the roll out of the 5 year plan. Vicariate sponsored seminars are also promoted and attended if the topic is pertinent. A seminar regarding Parish Councils was recently attended by Parish Leadership which was held in Canton. DRE is member of AOD Adult Faith Formation Committee.
5. How does the parish interact with the civic community and other denominations and faiths?
Parish leadership attends Mayoral/Community Meetings as needed and has participated in different programs offered through the Livonia Public schools and library. A parish leader is also a member of the City of Livonia Ministerial Organization, an ecumenical civic group.
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Stewardship Commission, (also called Administration or Finance Commission)
1. Has the parish submitted a balanced budget and financial report in a timely manner in each of the past five years?
Yes X No
If no, why not?
2. Does the parish provide parishioners with annual or semiannual reports, e.g., December and June on the financial state of the parish?
Yes X No
3. Does the parish regularly publish the activities of the pastoral council and the commissions on their work in faith formation, worship, Christian service and stewardship?
Yes X No
4. Does the stewardship commission participate in the preparation of the parish budget?
Yes X No
5. Does the stewardship commission review actual offertory collections, other income and expenses against the parish budget?
Yes X No
Financial Statistics
Study the Five Year Trend Analysis of financial data for your parish for the following section (see Addendum D): To get the percentage change, use the following formula:
Column 2 minus Column 1, divided by Column 1or
1. Review the parish’s administrative expenses for the past five years. Fill in columns 1 and 2 using the 99-00 and 03-04 expenses. If these expenses are not available, use the most recent five year expenses. Once you have filled in columns 1 and 2, subtract the amount in column 2 from the amount in column 1. Take this answer and divide it by column 1 and this is your percentage change. Take this change and write it in column 3. (See examples attached to Addendum D).
1 FY 99-00, or earliest reported 2 FY 03-04, or latest reported 3 Percentage increase or decrease
$681,828 $626,113 -8%
2. Review the parish’s offertory collection for the past five years, and complete the table below.
1 FY 99-00, or earliest reported 2 FY 03-04, or latest reported 3 Percentage increase or decrease
$882,866 $717,806 $-18.7%
2a. Does the parish have an annual written renewal of parishioners’ specific commitment to the offertory collection?
Yes No X
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Financial Statistics, (continued)
3. Review the parish’s total operating receipts, and complete the table below, using the following formulas.
Formula for Column 4
Column 1 divided by Column 3 equals percentage from or Column 1
regular collections which make up total operating receipts Column 3
Formula for Column 5
Column 3 divided by Column 3 equals percentage from or Column 2
extraordinary collections which make up total operating receipts Column 3
1Total Offertory and Christmas collections 2Total of bequests, donations, stipends, net fundraising & rental, interest, other & misc. income 3Total operating receipts 4Percentage from regular collections 5Percentage from extraordinary
$602,000 $154,000 $756,000 80% 20%
3a. Does the parish receive at least 75% of its operating income from regular collections?
Yes X No
3b. Does the parish receive 25% or less of its total operating receipts from building leases or other extraordinary income, such as grants or fundraisers?
Yes X No
What is the principal source of the extraordinary income?
Miscellaneous fundraising activities from various Parish organizations and the school
3c. If the parish depends on extraordinary income, has this income provided a source for building maintenance and upgrades, outreach to the community, evangelization efforts, etc.? Please explain.
Extraordinary income is deposited into our General Fund and used for any expenses.
4. Does the parish financially support a school(s), program(s) or other ministry(s) outside your parish, in the vicariate?
Yes No X
If yes, in what amount and for what specifically?
5. Has the parish met its Catholic Services Appeal target in each of the past five years?
Yes XIf Parish did not meet our CSA target, the Parish subsidized the commitment so that the CSA target would be met. No
5a. If no, does the parish follow the CSA plan as offered by the Archdiocese?
Yes X No
36%
5b.
St. Genevieve accounting practices are based on cash based accounting practices.
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Financial Statistics, (continued)
6. How much is the parish debt, if any?
NONE
6a. If there is a debt, how long has the parish carried the debt? (In years)
6b. What has been the parish repayment schedule for the past five years?
Two years ago, St. Genevieve Parish paid off the remaining $250,000 in dept that had been incurred prior to 1998. In addition, in 1998, the convent, church, school and rectory were completely re-roofed for $180,000+.
Use of Parish Resources
1. How much does the parish have in special savings or an endowment fund for capital expenditures, such as roof repair or heating repair, parking lot maintenance, etc.?
$60,000
2. How much has the parish spent over the past five years for capital improvements?
$220,000
2a. Does the parish anticipate extensive capital improvements over the next five years?
Yes X No
If yes, what is the projected cost? Campus Renewal – see description
3. Does the stewardship commission regularly review the parish facilities in order to assess safety, adequate repair and accessibility?
Yes X No
4. Is the stewardship commission involved in reviewing/selecting bids or other aspects of parish expenditures?
Yes X No
5. Does the stewardship commission review coverage by Archdiocesan insurance programs?
Yes X No
6. Does the parish have an endowment fund to perpetuate parish ministries through members’ bequests and other gifts?
Yes No X
7. Does the parish have an annual written renewal of parishioners’ commitment to sharing their time and talent?
Yes X No
7a. Describe how the parish follows up with parishioners that have committed to share their time and talent?
The Parish has an established list of active volunteers who are regularly contacted for assistance. The list was created from a survey given to Parish members. Other volunteers are verbally recruited as the needs arise.
8. How does the parish share resources beyond the parish needs such as support for schools, scholarship programs, other charitable causes?
No
Stewardship Education
Section 3 Sustainable Nature of the Parish
1. Does the parish have a program of stewardship education patterned on the United States Bishops' Pastoral Letter, Stewardship: A Disciple's Response?
Yes X No
1a. How does your parish teach stewardship?
Inserts in paper, envelopes to religious education and elementary students, through preaching efforts as well as stewardship reports and articles.
2. Does the pastor regularly preach on stewardship? (not only on offertory collections)
Yes X No
3. Are the principles of stewardship included in the parish school and religious education programs?
Yes X No
Parish Plant Statistics
1. What is the acreage of the parish site?
10.1 acres
2. Describe each building as to type, size, current use, and general condition.
Church – 18,755 sq. ft. – The Church, built in 1959, is a domed building with a light brown face brick with ceramic tile accents that can seat approximately 1,300. The church has a large nave, sanctuary, sacristy, ushers room, 3 lavatories and front and rear basements that are not connected.School – first floor 23,936 sq. ft, second floor 7,785 sq. ft. – pre-school to eighth grade, extended day care, Religious Education, various meetings for several organizations and groups – The school’s exterior is a light brown brick tri-level which housed classrooms for preschool thru eight grade, offices, religious education area, teacher’s lounge and latch key area. It also houses the Fr. Wolber Activities Center that contains a full kitchen and banquet area that also serving as the school’s music/ art room.Parish Center (former convent) – first floor 4,178 sq. ft., basement 2,106 sq. ft. , garage 720 sq. ft., good condition – not currently used but we have plans for its use in the near future. The building was build in 1962, exterior is a light brown face brick with vinyl siding accents. The convent, which is not currently occupied, is a two-story building with multiple bedrooms, lavatories, chapel basement and an attached 1-½ car garage.Rectory – (approximate) first floor 1,536 sq. ft., second floor 1,000 sq. ft., basement 960 sq. ft., garage 440 sq. ft., good condition, priest’s residence and parish offices. The rectory,built in 1959, has an exterior that is a light brown face brick with vinyl siding accents. The occupied rectory is a two-story building with multiple bedrooms, lavatories, offices, full basement with meeting area and an attached 2-car garage.**Independent Architect reviewing Campus Renewal Plans rated all buildings and facilities in very good condition.
Parish Plant Statistics, (continued)
3. What is the seating capacity of the worship space? (Normal, overflow)
1,300 seating capacity, plus overflow
4. Describe your classroom and meeting room facilities.
10 classrooms, computer room, library, religious education office, music room, activity center, extended day care, pre-school, principals office, secretary-reception area, kitchen. Library, small conference room, music room and activity center are all used for meetings.
5. Describe the parking facilities, green space and/or playfields.
The parking lot pavements are in good condition and were both resurfaced in 1996. They are sealed and re-stripped every two years. The east lot can hold 200 cars and serves the school and church. Our second parking lot west of the church can hold 96 cars and is an overflow lot for the church. The sidewalks are concrete and are in good condition. Our children’s playground is located on the south side of the school and contains swings, slides, basketball net, bicycle rack, and a bark ground cover. A second fenced in playground exists at the rear of the school, which serves the pre school students. Our landscaping is professionally maintained and is in good condition. It consists of numerous trees, shrubs, evergreens, perennial plants, and a concrete and stone grotto affronting Jamison Street. Mature trees can be found throughout the campus.
6. Are there any significant maintenance/upgrade concerns?
In general all buildings are in good overall condition and have been appropriately maintained. There are currently no building or fire code violations. Due to historical ongoing maintenance and repairs within the past 5 years, there are no significant concerns.
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Parish Plant Statistics (continued)
7. Are there renovation, expansion, or demolition plans? Describe.
St. Genevieve parishioners launched a $3.4 Mil multi-tiered capital raising campaign in July 2004 to enhance and expand our parish campus. The Campus Renewal renovation plans were approved by the Archdiocese of Detroit and were professionally developed. The planned renovations, improvements, and expansions are as follows:Church (add 670 sq. ft. and renovate 1,150 sq. ft.)1) Improve handicapped accessibility to lavatories and confessionals (barrier free)2) Update lavatory facilities3) Increase vestibule size for improved congregation before and after Mass4) Provide a cry room facility5) Upgrade interior lighting and sound system reducing energy costs6) Add storage and bride’s room to Sacristy/Usher’s RoomParish Center (formerly convent - renovate 3,468 sq. ft.)1) Enhance and create 24 hour adoration chapel2) Create multiple meeting rooms and parish organization offices3) Create a space for our Youth Ministry meetings and activitiesSchool ( add 2,220 sq. ft. and renovation of 3,240 sq. ft.)1) Add an auditorium/gymnasium, including a senior citizens walking path2) Enhance handicap accessibility, usability, and security3) Add new school offices4) Add conference rooms5) Add teachers lounge
Section 3 Sustainable Nature of the Parish
Section 3 Sustainable Nature of the Parish
As defined in "Together in Faith," "a sustainable parish is able to generate sufficient income to meet
general operating expenses through its offertory collection, without having to rely on grants or rental income." Sustainable parishes have sufficient leadership to set the mission and vision of the parish, and sufficient membership to keep the parish functional. They have active stewardship programs to financially support the parish, and well maintained buildings and facilities.
After reflecting on the definition above and reviewing your responses to Section Three of this Parish Evaluation Inventory, please describe the Sustainable nature of your parish.
St. Genevieve’s “Five Year Trend Analysis Addendum D” confirms that the parish receives in excess of 75% of our operating income from regular collections. The parish has had a slight reduction in the number of registered households from 1994, however, total operating expenses have been reduced commensurate with the average of the total operating receipts to maintain a balanced budget. In addition to this, in a little over five years, a previous debt of $450,000+ has been eliminated in addition to major repair projects completed without adding any debt, (roofs on all buildings, parking lots resurfaced).
In terms of the Sustainability of our parish, our major findings are
St. Genevieve Parish is debt free with an active “Campus Renewal Program” to support the future needs of the parish and school facilities. The “Campus Renewal Program” will be launched with no debt to the parish.
From this, we conclude
St. Genevieve Parish is a financially healthy and sustainable parish. A marketing plan does need to be developed, as well as a long-term 5-year/10 year plan.
In view of these conclusions, we recommend
Moving forward with the Campus Renewal; implement a marketing plan for School and Parish; develop a strategic long-term plan, (5/10 years).
This Parish Evaluation Inventory for
St. Genevieve Parish Church and School
Parish was prepared and completed by the following people:
Name Title
1) Jack Farrow - 2) Martha Schultz - 3) Randall Janish - 1) Parish Council President2) Stewardship Chairperson\3) Stewardship Member
4) Gary Patrick – 5) Gail Wilk - 4) School Principal5) School Administrative Assistant
6) Mark O’Connor – 7) Bill Parnis - 6) Parishioner / PEI Volunteer 7) Parishioner / PEI Volunteer
8) Larry Wright –9) Ruth Minor - 8) Parishioner / PEI Volunteer9) Home and School Association
10) Karl Stoll – 11) Rev. Mr. Kevin Breen 10) Stewardship Member11) Deacon / Pastoral Associate
12) Rev. Howard L. Vogan 12) Pastor, St. Genevieve Parish
Submitted on Day, February 4, 2005
We stand before you, Holy Spirit conscious of our sinfulness, but aware that we gather in your name. Come to us, remain with us, and enlighten our hearts. Give us light and strength to know your will, to make it our own, and to live it in our lives. You desire justice for all; enable us to uphold the rights of others; do not allow us to be misled by ignorance or corrupted by fear or favor. Unite us to yourself in the bond of love, and keep us faithful to all that is true. As we gather in your name may we temper justice with love, so that all our reflections an discussions may be pleasing to you, and earn the reward promised to good and faithful servants. Guide us by your wisdom, support us by your power, for you are God, sharing the glory of Father and Son, one God, for ever and ever. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen
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