Members urged to share outcome of the PPA with their communities

The second part of the PPA was a briefing and report session from the three respective areas: pastoral, property and finance, by their chairmen.

Jul 28, 2017

By DaliusLL
The second part of the PPA was a briefing and report session from the three respective areas: pastoral, property and finance, by their chairmen. They shared on the development and status of their ministry. The collaboration among these three groups is a clear response to the theme of the assembly, The Lord Calls Us to be One.

The last presentation was on “The Importance of Internal Control and Good Governance within the Church” by the Diocesan Finance adviser, John Liaw. He reminded the participants that a parish running on deficit will not be able to function properly, and advised the people to be wise and prudent in spending. He also posed a question, ‘Are we ready to face the tax law ruling should the government impose it on religious bodies?’ It is wise that the Church have a smart partnership with the laity for a sound internal control and good governance.

The final part of the assembly was the question and answer session, where the three Chairmen responded to the written questions forwarded by members of the various ministries, groups and communities. There were 34 questions pertaining to pastoral, property and finance matters. It was noted that 70 per cent of the questions were on pastoral issues which reflected the concern on faith development in the parish. After the Q&A session, participants were given the opportunity to propose suggestions and recommendations for the three committees to discern and consider.

In wrapping up, His Lordship thanked all the participants for their energetic participation, the three committees on the information presented, the speakers who shared invaluable inputs and insights, and the organising committee for a job well done. He called upon all participants and observers to share the outcome of the assembly with members of their communities. The assembly concluded at 2.15pm with a closing prayer led by Fr Stanley Matakim. Thereafter, participants adjourned to the Parish Canteen for a luncheon fellowship.

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