The Diocesan Finance Council is a required canonical body, established by the Bishop for the purpose of advising and assisting him in financial matters in accord with the norms of canon law. 

The Finance Council is responsible for (i) advising the Bishop on the development and implementation of strategies designed to assure the financial soundness of the Diocese, (ii) overseeing (but not managing) Diocesan financial operations and condition, and (iii) assisting the Bishop in achieving openness and transparency in Diocesan financial reporting.  Consistent with these responsibilities, the Finance Council will make specific recommendations to the Bishop on policies, procedures and actions, and will monitor the implementation of recommendations that have been accepted by the Bishop. The Bishop will fully inform the Finance Council on matters on which it is to vote, to oversee or to provide consultation. 

Finance Council Members

Finance Council Consultants