Parish Council Fact Sheet

What?

The PC aids the Wardens in managing the Property, Finance, and HR portfolios of the church. They are also responsible for disbursing funds for ministry, mission, and maintenance in the parish.

Statutory functions:

  1. Provide direction for the administration of church funds, including the fixing of stipends;

  2. Ratify the annual budget;

  3. Endorse any contracts between Red Door and another entity.

PC Goals:

  1. Provide a sounding board for ministry leaders, and offer input regarding strategic planning;

  2. Identify and monitor church health indicators;

  3. Provide support, encouragement and accountability for pastors & staff.

Who?

The PC consists of: (a) the vicar; (b) three churchwardens; and (c) six other persons. One-third (1 warden, 2 members) chosen by the vicar and two-thirds elected by the Parish.

THE Vicar

Entrusted with responsibility for matters pertaining to: 

  1. Vision & Mission;

  2. Teaching & Doctrine;

  3. Pastoral Care.

3 Churchwardens

Entrusted with responsibility for matters pertaining to: 

Property Policy

  1. Develops policies for the management of property: buildings & grounds. Implements Diocesan policies;

  2. Manages lease arrangements with lessees;

  3. Manages Utilities.

Finance Policy

  1. Develops policies for the management of church finances. Implements Diocesan policies;

  2. Ensures funds to pay stipends and allowances;

  3. Develops and oversees church Stewardship Plan.

HR Policy

  1. Develops policies for the management of human resources, including staff and volunteers;

  2. Implements Diocesan policies;

  3. Acts as first point of contact for all HR issues inc. complaints.

+ Up to 6 other members

Including:

Chairperson

  1. Ensures reception of papers and reports one week prior to meeting.

  2. Corresponds with the Lead Pastor to ensure the PC is fulfilling its stated purpose.

  3. Chairs the meeting and creates a setting for fruitful and robust discussion.

Secretary

  1. Takes minutes at the monthly PC meeting.

  2. Distributes minutes within one week of the previous meeting.

Treasurer

  1. Works closely with the Finance Warden to keep the accounts of the Parish, and to compile the annual budget.

  2. Ideally has experience in accounting/bookkeeping

When?

PC meets for roughly 2 hours on the third Monday of the month.
Any correspondence for the PC can be sent directly to info@reddoorchurch.com.au