The mission of the parish as defined in the Uniform Parish Regulations and therefore the mission of the Parish Council – is “… to keep, practice, and proclaim the Orthodox Christian Faith pure and undefiled.”

A Commitment to Serve

In the Oath of Office, the Parish Council members affirm that they will fulfill faithfully and sincerely the duties and obligations required of a member of the Parish Council….” No contract is signed, but a promise is made which rests on the shared commitment of all council members to serve the Church, which is the Body of Christ on earth. We are His hands, feet, eyes and more. To serve on the council is a ministry and a mission. We are called to use the gifts with which we have been blessed to carry out the work of the Church.

Provided by Fr. Jim Kordaris, the Director of the Archdiocesan Department of Parish Renewal.