Ministry Councils
A Ministry Council is the guiding body of a Ministry Area.  In support of the Vision of Pax Christi Catholic Community, each Ministry Council provides leadership and direction to achieve the vision and plan of its Ministry Area. In collaboration with Pax Christi’s Community Council, the Ministry Council supports the work of its ministry leadership and staff, with an emphasis on partnership and subsidiarity, i.e., decisions being made at the lowest appropriate level within the Ministry Area.

Community Council  
The Community Council is the guiding body of Pax Christi Catholic Community.  The role of the Community Council is to facilitate the periodic (typically 5-10 years) formation/revision of Pax Christi’s Vision, to nourish an environment that will encourage achievement of the Vision, and to conduct regular evaluations of its progress.   The actions of the Community Council are governed by the Purpose, Mission, Guiding Principles, and Goals of Pax Christi (the Pax Christi Vision).  As a tool of the Community, the Community Council's actions are focused on support of the Pastor, Parish Director, and the eight Ministry Councils.  The Community Council should view itself in partnership with the Pastor, Parish Director, and Ministry Councils.

The Community Council maintains awareness of and commitment to the fulfillment of Pax Christi’s Vision, as well as facilitating the periodic formation and revision of the Vision.  The Community Council evaluates progress toward strategic goals and calls Ministry Council and committees to accountability in fulfilling Pax Christi’s Vision.  In addition, the Community Council fosters timely and effective communication between Ministry Councils, staff, and the parish community.

Fr. Patrick Kennedy	Sue Kelley	Jenine Anderson	Doug Faust
Carla Gestach	Elaine Larabee	Tom Keane	Joe Michels
Joan Roethle	Shari Steffen	Joan Waterstreet	Carolyn Zucker
*Not Pictured: Ernie Stelzer

Top Row (left to right): Mark Cox, Greg Halvorson, John Ryan; Middle Row (left to right): *Hai Pham, *Stephen Nau, Ken Reineccius, Dir. of Operations, Joe Michels - Chairperson Bottom Row (left to right): Mike Stoner, *Joseph Zweber *Term ends October 2009

Facilities Council Facilities Council Mission The mission of the Facilities Council is to create and maintain an environment that encourages the Pax Christi Community to flourish and grow. Facilities Council Purpose The purpose of the Facilities Council is to: Recognize the importance of creating a nurturing environment that best serves our diverse community, drawing all together. Provide leadership and guidance to the ministry councils of Pax Christi, working to accommodate all their mission and vision as it relates to the use of the facilities and grounds. Promote the wise stewardship of our physical assets using our resources in a way that respects our environment. Encourage prudent and responsible shared usage of our facilities.

Top Row (left to right): Jim O’Laughlin, Bill Wagner, Greg Becker; Middle Row (left to right): Joanne Sorenson, Tom Keane - Chairperson, Kathy Piechowski, Michael Griffin, Dir. of Faith Formation Bottom Row (left to right): *Ann Myhre *Term ends October 2009

Faith Formation Council Faith Formation Mission Our mission is to nourish the spiritual hunger within all members of the parish community by providing a broad range of faith formation opportunities, thus deepening the Eucharistic celebration experience and strengthening the faith of all parish households. Faith Formation Purpose The primary purpose of the Faith Formation ministry is to engage with the community in lifelong faith formation that seeks to expand our minds, to change our hearts, and transform our daily lives as guided by the vision of Pax Christi and the mission of the Church.

Top Row (left to right): James Sankovitz, Frank Hallowell, Jeff Schmitz; Middle Row (left to right): Doug Faust - Chairperson, Renee Stapleton, Dave Faulise; Bottom Row (left to right): Sue Kelley, Parish Director, Felix Ricco, Jim Heimerl; Missing: Kristin Nystrom

Finance Council Finance Council Mission The Finance Council provides financial advice regarding: The annual operating budget. The long term strategic plan. The parish’s financial condition, including its investment portfolio and debt obligations. Internal controls and Communication of financial information. Finance Council Purpose Guided by the teachings of the Gospel, the Pax Christi Finance Council advises the pastor and parish leaders how to best utilize the assets of the parish to meet the spiritual and social needs of our community.

Top Row (left to right): *Michael Karas, Michael Berglund, Mark Weber, Jim Anderson, *Bob Adomaitis; Middle Row (left to right): Carolyn Von Weiss, Judith Olmsted; Bottom Row (left to right): Allison Boisvert, Justice & Charity, Mary Boerner; Missing: Ernie Stelzer - Chairperson *Term ends October 2009

Justice Council Justice Ministry Mission We will discern the most pressing needs of society and utilize Pax Christi’s resources to promote the dignity of the marginalized and change the forces and structures that create injustice. Justice Ministry Purpose The Justice Ministry Council exists to serve and speak for the marginalized, to serve the parish as its primary resource and catalyst for the work of social justice, to educate the community on social issues and Catholic social teaching, to provide opportunities for social action, and to foster awareness that social ministry is integral, not optional, in the life of the parish.  It provides leadership and vision to the Justice Grant Board and other justice related ministries.

Top Row (left to right): Julie Ament, Carla Gestach - Chairperson, Ray Tahnk-Johnson; Middle Row (left to right): Wayne Ward, Ellen Schuller; Bottom Row (left to right): John Zimmer, Steve Olinger, Vicki Klima, Dir. of Leadership

Lay Leadership Council Lay Leadership Mission The mission of the Lay Leadership Council, in support of Pax Christi’s commitment to collegial parish leadership, is to affirm, cultivate, and strengthen community leaders for collaborative leadership in the parish and its ministries.  Lay Leadership Purpose The purpose of the Lay Leadership Council is to: • Engage the community in identifying, inviting, and motivating people who demonstrate interest and ability to participate in the leadership discernment and development process • Empower and equip leaders for service to the Pax Christi community by enhancing their leadership and ministry skills • Provide resources for ongoing leadership training, mentoring, and facilitation • Oversee the grant process for the Leadership Development Fund

Top Row (left to right): *Tom Sampson, Bob Rubenzer, Linda Wishart-Post; Middle Row (left to right): Vicki Franzen, Joan Waterstreet - Chairperson; Bottom Row (left to right): Gerry Revier, *Rosemary Daley, Al Schroeder, Deacon, Pastoral Care, *Peggy Ward *Term ends October 2009

Pastoral Care Council Pastoral Care Mission The mission of the Pastoral Care ministry is to serve as a model and resource to individuals and families and to respond to their spiritual, emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs.  We do so by striving to empower the people of God to share in pastoral ministry. Pastoral Care Purpose The purpose of the Pastoral Care ministry is to: Identify areas of concern in the ministry of pastoral care. Find and train ministers who are effective in the skills of meeting the needs of the people of God. With knowledge of our baptismal call, we create a safe, nurturing community based on prayer, service, and action. As a faith community, we strive to connect people with resources that meet their needs and challenges.

Top Row (left to right): *Russ Grundhauser, Mark Anderson, *Dave Barczak; Middle Row (left to right): Jenine Anderson - Chairperson, Jane Hansen, Mary Kennedy, Director of Stewardship; Bottom Row (left to right): Anita Lang, Peg Aguirre, Claudia Wagner; Missing: Gary Roethle *Term ends October 2009

Stewardship Council Stewardship Council Mission: Our ministry is to encourage everyone to live out the gospel message by adopting stewardship as a way of life. Stewardship Council Purpose: Stewardship begins with an acknowledgement of God as creator and owner of all and is an expression of our profound love and gratitude to God for our many gifts.  This council will help our community identify individual gifts of time, talent, and treasure, develop opportunities that foster the sharing of gifts, and provide stewardship education.  We will nurture an atmosphere of hospitality that actively invites and graciously welcomes all.

Top Row (left to right): *Jacquie Zetting, Roger Hawkinson, Jerry Kotsmith, Shari Steffen - Chairperson; Middle Row (left to right): Laurel Trimbo, Patty Bond, Liz Hilligoss; Bottom Row (left to right): Jan Wagner, Donna Kasbohm, Worship Director; Missing: Beth Neubrech *Term ends October 2009

Worship Council Worship Council Mission The Worship Council fosters Pax Christi Catholic Community’s praise of God and service to the world by mobilizing our gifts of word, song, hospitality, environment, and more and by guiding the preparation and design of its worship. Worship Council Purpose The Worship Council fosters Pax Christi Catholic Community’s praise of God and service to the world.

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