The Parish Council Ministry serves as a consultative and collaborative body that assists the Parish Priest in the pastoral and administrative life of the parish. Rooted in the spirit of communion and shared responsibility, the Parish Council works to strengthen the mission of the Church at the local level.
The Council represents various groups and ministries within the parish and ensures that the spiritual, pastoral, and social needs of the faithful are thoughtfully addressed.
To build a vibrant, faith-filled parish community rooted in prayer, unity, service, and evangelization.
To support the Parish Priest in pastoral planning and implementation
To foster active participation of parishioners in church life
To promote unity among parish organizations and ministries
To identify and respond to the spiritual and social needs of the community
To encourage transparency, accountability, and good governance
The Parish Council strengthens the mission of the Church by assisting the Parish Priest in pastoral and administrative matters. It ensures that decisions reflect the needs, concerns, and aspirations of the parish community while promoting unity and shared responsibility.
The Parish Council is a collaborative body composed of clergy and lay representatives. It brings together diverse perspectives from different ministries and groups, ensuring balanced, prayerful, and community-focused decision-making.
The Council acts in a consultative role, offering guidance on pastoral planning, community initiatives, and parish development. While the Parish Priest remains the spiritual head, the Council provides structured support and collective wisdom in decision-making.
Leadership within the Parish Council is rooted in service. Members are called to lead with humility, integrity, and transparency, fostering a spirit of accountability and trust within the parish community.
An active Parish Council promotes organized parish life, strengthens ministries, improves communication, and encourages greater participation of parishioners. It helps build a parish that is spiritually vibrant and administratively sound.
President: Fr. Thomas Blessin
Vice – President: Alphonso Dass
Secretary: Preeti Sandal
Joint Secretary: Nishi Roy
Holy Name Church is a place of worship, fellowship, and service, dedicated to spreading God’s love and nurturing a faithful community.”
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