Finance

The ministry of finance is responsible for protecting the infrastructure and financial strength and well-being of the parish through careful planning, thoughtful execution of programs and sound financial practices.  Members of the Finance Committee are appointed by the pastor.

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The following article is copied from “From the Heart”, a newsletter on Stewardship topics which appeared in our parish bulletin October 3, 1999.  It was written by Finance Committee member Peter DeBuona.

As a member of the St. Boniface Finance Committee for several years, I find it sometimes difficult to equate finance to stewardship. Just by reading the parish directory in the weekly bulletin you become aware of the various ministries at St. Boniface and marvel at the talented people that sacrifice so much time to participate in such ministries. Each of these ministries touch so many souls and spirits. These ministries include Senior Outreach, Holy Hour, Scripture Group, Rosary and Justice and Peace.

How does the Finance Ministry fit in such a group? Finance is the science of the management of assets, including money, for a corporate body or institution. It took me a while to make the connection, but the fact is that the Finance Committee is a ministry and belongs right smack in the middle of all the organizations that care for the minds and souls of the St. Boniface family. Effectively managing the parish’s finances provides the resources for payment of ongoing maintenance such as painting the church, repairing the organ or even the reduction of long term debt. These activities ultimately benefit all the other ministries and enable them to better spread the good news. As a member of the Finance Committee, I have experienced tremendous satisfaction and witnessed many hours of debating to accomplish what is in the best interest of all parishioners. Looking back over the years, The Finance Committee appears to be serving its ministry well.

Youth Ministry

An opportunity for a fun and meaningful experience where teens can come to meet one another and foster lasting friendships as well as the chance to explore our faith and belief with the hope of discovering Christ’s spirit as it dwells within each one of us. We will have meetings on Sunday evenings at 6:00pm-8:00pm, teen masses once a month, service trips, fun trips, retreats, and any other ideas that anyone may have.

So, come, check us out, bring some friends, make some new ones!  See our schedule below, and join our Facebook page “St. Boniface Youth Group”.

January 3rd @ 6:00 – Youth Group

January 10th @ 6:00 – Youth Group

January 17th @ 6:00 – Youth Group

January 23-24, Ski Trip

January 31st @ 6:00 – Youth Group

February 6th @7:00, NY Islanders Hockey Game Trip

***February 26th -28th RETREAT – you don’t want to miss this, if you can’t make anything else this year try to come to this.  Our RETREAT is from February 26-28 (Fri-Sun) in Southhampton.  Try your best to come and be there, it’s going to be a great experience. If you haven’t been coming to youth group this would be a great opportunity to start!  Think about it, pray about it, and try to save the weekend. It will cost some money but we are going to do a fundraiser to lower the price.  I will have permission slips next youth group.

April 2nd, Good Friday Lock In (more details to follow)