Finance

The Parish Finance Committee serves as an advisory body to the Pastor in the administration of the Parish finances, budget, facilities, and long-range financial plans. Each member of the committee is appointed by the Pastor. The committee also monitors the annual finance reports which are prepared by the Business Manager.

It is essential that the Parish Finance Committee and the Parish Pastoral Council communicate with each other to maintain the parish goals.

If you have a financial background or have special interest in your parish and would like to be considered for serving on this committee, please call Fr. Jim at the Parish Center at 315-539-2944.

Sacrificial giving is a way for parish community members to reassess their pattern of giving to their parish community. Pledging a given amount of money to the Church each year assists the Finance Committee and the Pastor in estimating the income for the coming year. It also helps to plan programs and services that could be organized if funds are available. Envelopes are sent to registered parishioners who request them.

Please remember St. Francis and St. Clare in your will. General bequests will be used to address future needs and improvements in the staffing and building and maintenance needs of our parish. Special designation can be arranged for your bequest if that is your desire. We are grateful for whatever funds you generously give.

The Sunday collection is the primary source of operational income to our two parishes. The use of envelopes assists the Finance Committee in planning operational expenses. When our parish members use envelopes, it makes it possible for us to provide a statement to them at year-end.

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You have a choice of one-time or recurring donations, and the option of donating to second collections as well.

Money counters unselfishly donate their time to assist the parish staff in counting the weekly collections. The goal is to set up four counting teams so that people will not have to participate each and every week. You will be asked to come approximately every fourth week. If you are interested in helping out, please call the parish office at 315-539-2944 and ask for Anne.

This is an annual diocesan fund-raising event whose proceeds support various operations and ministries of the diocese, many of which directly affect our parish.

Like any large worshipping community, St. Francis and St. Clare Parish requires a substantial budget to provide for its many ministries. It is the responsibility of this committee to look at the current and upcoming financial needs of the parishes and to oversee events that will raise funds to help satisfy those needs.

Parishioners over the years have recommended and generously supported a wide range of fund raising projects. We sincerely appreciate any help that you can give us to meet these challenges.

St. Francis and St. Clare Parish has an annual fund raiser and social event on the grounds of St. Mary's Church. The Festival Committee plans a different take-out or eat-in meal every night. Kid's games, food, music, games of chance, and fun are all part of the Parish Festival. Watch the bulletin every July for specific dates and more information about the festival and how you can help with the event. Call the Parish Office at 315-539-2944.

Between 45 and 50 vendors sell their wares at the bazaar. Soup, sandwiches, and snacks are served during the bazaar. The bazaar is held the Saturday before Thanksgiving at the Ministry Center.

If you are a vendor and would like to attend the bazaar or are a parishioner who is interested in helping out with this fun event, please call the Parish Office at 315-539-2944.