PARISH FINANCE COUNCIL
The Finance Council is a consultative body to the Pastor. They assist the Pastor with advice and help in the financial aspects of parish and school life. They have the challenging work to plan and review an annual budget, set proper tuition rates, allocate resources, increase revenue and cut costs. They play a key role in our growing commitment to being good stewards. The council consists of the Pastor, Principal and appointed members.
The appointed members are: Joe Danella (Chair), Eleanor Kerwick, John McAleer, Sister Catherine, Joe McCloskey, Ashley McCauley, Dave Montvydas, Bob Rambo (Vice Chair) and Celine Severino.
The Council will meet at least four times a year. In addition there are four Standing Committees that will meet: Building and Ground, School Finance, Human Resources & Budget & Investments.
PASTORAL COUNCIL
The Pastoral Council serves as an advisory group to the pastor. Their purpose is rooted in the Mission of the Parish and discernment into the opportunities and challenges to that Mission in light of present times. Once invited onto the council, each member serves for a three year term. At the discretion of the pastor, members may have their term extended by one additional three year period.
Members of the Parish Pastoral Council are to be active parishioners in good standing, whose foremost priority is the development of a company of faith that fosters Stewardship, Fellowship, and Good Worship. The council consists of 6 to 12 members.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Founded on March 29, 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary's Church in New Haven, Connecticut, the Knights of Columbus serves as a fraternal benefit society founded on the principles of charity, unity and fraternity. The Knights render financial aid to members and their families and mutual aid and assistance are offered to sick, disabled and needy members and their families. Social and intellectual fellowship is promoted among members and their families through educational, charitable, religious, social welfare, war relief and public relief works. Men 18 years of age and older may join the Knights.
Fr. Ryan Council #5036, located at 9090 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115 serves St. Cecilia Parish. For information on the Knights and to become a member, you are welcome to contact the following at fatherryancouncil@gmail.com. You are also welcome to view our Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/Council5036
Grand Knight ~ Chuck Kuhar
Deputy Grand Knight ~ Tony DiCicco
District Deputy ~ Clinton Snyder