ARCHDIOCESE OF BOSTON
Central Ministries Budget Fiscal Year 2012
ARCHDIOCESE OF BOSTON
Introduction ...... 1-2
Archdiocesan Cabinet ...... 3 .
Priest Budget Advisory Committee ...... 4
Corporation Sole Financial Responsibility and Oversight Matrix ...... 5
Central Ministries Total Budget Summary ...... 6-9
Total Revenue Sources of Central Ministries ...... 10
Total Expense Uses of Central Ministries ...... 11 .
5-year and 10-year Trends ...... 12-13
Highlights of Mission Effectiveness ...... 14-15.
Description of Agencies, Departments and Staffing ...... 16-22 .
James P. McDonough, Chancellor Secretary for Administrative and Financial Services
Presented for review is a comprehensive Central Ministries Budget Report for Fiscal 2012 which began on July 1, 2011 and ends June 30, 2012. Also included is five and ten-year trend data that show positive trends as a result of the difficult decisions and sacrifices made since the economic downturn in 2008.
What are the Central Ministries? They are comprised of almost 50 agencies and departments grouped by Cabinet Secretary who report to Cardinal Seán and the Vicar General, Monsignor Robert P. Deeley. Within these agencies and departments are additional cost centers stewarded by over two hundred Pastoral Center employees who provide more service today with fewer resources than ever due to the continually challenged economy. Central Ministries operates within Central Operations which is one of four parts of the Corporation Sole along with Parishes, Self Insurance and Endowment Funds (see page 5). The Corporation Sole audited financial statements are part of the annual Archdiocese of Boston Financial Report released each year. This budget report is for the purpose of reviewing the operating budget of Central Ministries only.
Recent Trends Budgeting for Fiscal 2009 was very challenging as the economy sank into recession and Appeal contributions as well as interest and dividend income dropped sharply. Significant planning took place during Fiscal 2009 to prepare for a projected $4M shortfall in Fiscal 2010. A balanced budget was achieved through a variety of means. Most significantly, we reduced approximately 20 positions at the Pastoral Center through layoffs, open position eliminations and adjustments, freezing of open positions and salary reductions. Through this process, we developed and achieved a balanced Fiscal 2010 Central Ministries operating budget. As we planned for Fiscal 2011, another deficit was projected of $3.5M despite the reductions and adjustments made in prior fiscal years. To create a balanced budget, an additional 21 positions were impacted through various means as well as additional reductions made to the cost structure creating a “base-line” budget where operations were cut sharply. While Fiscal 2011 final results are being audited, it is expected that once again, Central Ministries Operations will be balanced.
Today Fiscal 2012 began on July 1st and a balanced budget was approved without the need to reduce staff. In addition, a 3% salary increase was approved marking the first approved increase in the past four years.
- 1 - To put things in perspective, below are some historical highlights on the budgeted cost of Central Ministries and the number of staff:
Total Cost Structure Total FTEs
38 40 500 32 400 30 28 400 23 290 277 300 Millions 20 218* 200 65% -16% 38% -31% -21% 10 -13% 100 0 0 1990 2000 2006 2012 Fulltime Equivalent Employees 1990 2000 2006 2012
(FTE’s = full-time equivalent employees) *Excludes staff of Pilot, Catholic Directory and Digital Media transferred to New Catholic Media Secretariat in Fiscal 2011.
The budget continues to be an important area of concern and review. The Finance Council meets quarterly to discuss the budget and other issues as does the Priest Budget Advisory Committee, a subgroup of the Presbyteral Council, which provides feedback on budgeted operations from a Pastors’ perspective and also to assist prioritizing areas within Central Ministries that are most helpful to parishes. Thank you for the opportunity to present this budget update. If you have any questions or suggestions about the budget please do not hesitate to contact me at 1-617-746-5670 or email at [email protected].
James P. McDonough, Chancellor Secretary for Administrative and Financial Services
- 2 - Delegate for Religious Sr. Marian Batho, CSJ Sr. Rector of Blessed Fr. William Palardy Fr. John XXIII Seminary & Healthcare Social Services Fr. J. Bryan Hehir Fr. Archdiocesan Cabinet Bishop Rector of Arthur Kennedy St. John Seminary Janet Benestad Faith Formation & Evangelization Judicial Vicar Fr. Mark O’Connell Fr. Financial Services Administrative and James McDonough Cardinal Kathleen Driscoll Seán P. O’Malley Seán P. Archbishop of Boston Institutional Advancement Fr. Thomas Foley Fr. Parish Life & Leadership Monsignor Vicar General, Vicar Robert P. Deeley Robert P. Moderator of the Curia Public Affairs Terrence Donilon Terrence Communications & Assistant Vicar Assistant Vicar for Administration Fr. Bryan K. Parrish Fr. Scot Landry Catholic Media Education Mary Grassa O’Neill
- 3 - in Swampscott and Reverend Thomas Rafferty St. Thomas Aquinas in Nahant Thomas St. Pastor, St. John the Evangelist Pastor, Boston Pastor, St. Cecelia Pastor, Reverend John Unni Billerica Reverend Shawn Allen Pastor, St. Theresa of Lisieux St. Pastor, Pastor, St. Mary Franklin Pastor, Reverend Brian Manning, Chair Priest Budget Advisory Committee Methuen Reverend Marc Bishop Pastor, Our Lady of Good Counsel Pastor, Established in 2010 as a result of feedback from the "IFRC" process to address transparency and concerns relating General and the Chancellor on budget, how it impacts Central Ministries budget, the "PBAC" advises Cardinal Seán, Vicar The committee is a subgroup of the Presbyteral Council. Archdiocesan strategic priorities and how it impacts Parishes Pastors. Christ the King Saint Edith Stein Our Lady of Lourdes Reverend Joseph Raeke, Pastor of 3 Brockton Parishes:
- 4 - Endowments OTHER Self Insurance Parishes Restricted Funds Parish Reconfiguration Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston: A Corporation Sole CENTRAL OPERATIONS CENTRAL Special Collections Central Ministries Budgeted Operations Central Ministries Other Activities Central Ministries Other (primarily non-cash)
- 5 - Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston Central Ministries Budgeted Operations (within Central Operations) (000's omitted)
Fiscal Year 2012 Budget Forecast
NON-PROGRAM SOURCES Revenue Expense Net
Catholic Appeal $14,000 — $14,000
Gifts and Bequests 1,000 — 1,000
Interest and Dividends 550 — 550
Restricted Fund Distributions 500 — 500
Cathedraticum Collection 325 — 325
Other 1 500 — 500
Subtotal $16,875 — $16,875
Mission and Administration
Parish Life and Leadership $583 $1,750 ($1,167)
Faith Formation and Evangelization 2 2,379 4,089 (1,710)
Catholic Schools Office 216 1,526 (1,310)
Social Services and Health 562 562 —
Central Services 260 2,902 (2,642)
Communications and Public Affairs 150 420 (270)
Administrative Services 3 6,785 9,951 (3,166)
General Counsel 35 1,045 (1,010)
Parish Support and Emergencies — 2,100 (2,100)
Professional Responsibility and Oversight — 800 (800)
Fundraising 4 — 2,300 (2,300)
Clergy in Transition 5 — 400 (400)
Subtotal $10,970 $27,845 ($16,875)
Total $27,845 $27,845 —
1. Other revenue is parish tithe receipts form IFRM model less Appeal rebates. 4. Fundraising increase of 28% form Fiscal 2011 to Fiscal 2012 to reflect fully staffed Boston Catholic Development Services team. The level of support has 2. Faith Formation and Evangelization revenue and expense down 38% and 25% been restored from the one-time drop in funding during Fiscal 2011. respectively due to the Catholics Come Home program being a Fiscal 2011 event only and the conclusion of the ARISE/RENEW program. 5. Clergy in Transition reflect support of Clergy from Central Ministries budget only and not reflective of other Clergy supported by RCAB's Clergy Fund and other 3. Administrative Services increase in expense of 4% for the staffing of Improved non-operating reserves. Financial Relationship Model (IFRM), implementation of 401k plan and uniform payroll service. 6. Child Advocacy and Victim Assistance included in Risk Management Operations - 6 - with self insurance of Corporation Sole. Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston Central Ministries Budgeted Operations (within Central Operations) (000's omitted)
Fiscal Year 2012 Budget Forecast
Parish Life and Leadership Revenue Expense Net
Secretary for Parish Life and Leadership — $139 ($139)
Clergy Support and Ongoing Formation $150 150 —
Priests Pursuing Higher Studies — 85 (85)
Vocations — 226 (226)
Permanent Diaconate 58 358 (300)
Clergy Personnel — 189 (189)
Ecumenical Commission — 18 (18)
Pastoral Planning 5 215 (210)
Clergy Funds Administration 370 370 —
Total $ 583 $1,750 ($1,167)
Faith Formation and Evangelization
Secretary for Faith Formation and Evangelization — $233 ($233)
Health Care Ministry $1,463 1,400 63
Religious Education 38 281 (243)
Cultural Diversity 231 501 (270)
Marriage Ministry and Natural Family Planning 21 147 (126)
New Evangelization of Youth and Young Adults 152 414 (262)
Worship and Spiritual Life 7 222 (215)
Airport Chaplaincy 68 68 —
Campus Ministries 399 690 (291)
Support to Parents Alliance for Catholic Education (PACE) — 50 (50)
Hispanic Ministry — 83 (83)
Total $2,379 $4,089 ($1,710)
- 7 - Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston Central Ministries Budgeted Operations (within Central Operations) (000's omitted)
Fiscal Year 2012 Budget Forecast Revenue Expense Net Catholic Education $216 $1,526 ($1,310)
Health and Social Services
Respect Life Program $114 $114 —
Industrial Relations - Labor Guild 144 144 —
Pro-Life 304 304 —
Totals $562 $562 — Central Services
Cardinal’s Office $80 $616 ($536)
Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia — 219 (219)
Regional Bishop - North — 151 (151)
Regional Bishop - Merrimack — 150 (150)
Regional Bishop - Central — 139 (139)
Regional Bishop - South 5 144 (139)
Regional Bishop - West — 139 (139)
Delegate for Religious — 73 (73)
Assessments - USCCB, Holy See and Other Contributions — 508 (508)
Canonical Affairs — 121 (121)
Metropolitan Tribunal 175 642 (467)
Totals $260 $2,902 ($2,642)
Communications and Public Affairs
Secretary for Communications and Public Affairs $150 $285 ($135)
Mass Catholic Conference — 135 (135)
Totals $150 $420 ($270)
- 8 - Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston Central Ministries Budgeted Operations (within Central Operations) (000's omitted)
Fiscal Year 2012 Budget Forecast
Administrative Services Revenue Expense Net
Chancellor’s Office $230 $897 ($667)
Human Resources 37 254 (217)
Finance 2,519 2,679 (160)
Archives 5 101 (96)
Cathedral Events — 35 (35)
Chancery/Pastoral Center Operations 310 1,182 (872)
Information Technology (IT) 1,475 2,350 (875)
Lay Benefits Administration 558 558 —
Risk Management 700 470 230
Parish Financial Services 286 676 (390)
Property Management 410 639 (229)
Management of existing real estate properties owned and operated by RCAB 255 110 145
Totals $6,785 $9,951 ($3,166)
General Counsel $35 $1,045 ($1,010)
Parish Support — $2,100 ($2,100)
Professional Responsibility and Oversight — $800 ($800)
Fundraising — $ 2,300 ($2,300)
CLERGY in Transition — $400 ($400)
Grand totals $10,970 $27,845 ($16,875)
- 9 - Catholic Appeal Appeal Catholic $14,000 General Counsel $35 Counsel General (000's omitted) TOTAL $27,845 TOTAL Administrative Services Services $6,785 Administrative $500 Gifts & & $1,000 Bequests Gifts Other $500 Other & Public Affairs $150 Affairs Public & . Interest & & Interest Dividends $550 Com Central Central $260 Services Faith Formation Formation Faith and Evangelization $2,379 $2,379 Evangelization Restricted Fund Fund Restricted . Distrib Cathedraticum $325 Cathedraticum Collection Social Services and Health and Health Services $562 Social Total FY2012 Revenue Sources of Central Ministries Budgeted Operations Catholic Schools Office Schools Office $216 Catholic Parish Life Life $583 and Leadership Parish
- 10 - $1,526 $1,526 SocialServices and Heatlth $562 Heatlth and CatholicSchools Office Central Services $2,902 Services Central Faith Formation and Evangelization $4,089 $4,089 Evangelization Public Affairs $420 Affairs Public Communications and Parish Life and Leadership $1,750 $1,750 Leadership $400 (000's omitted) TOTAL $27,845 TOTAL Clergy in Transition in Transition Clergy $2,300 $2,300 Fundraising $9,951 $9,951 Administrative Services and Oversight $800 Oversight and ProfessionalResponsibility Parish Support and Emergencies $2,100 Emergencies Total FY2012 Expense Uses of Central Ministries Budgeted Operations General Counsel $1,045 $1,045 Counsel General
- 11 - Roman Catholic Archbishop of Boston Mission and Administration
Revenue Trends (000's omitted)
$12,361 $12,036 12 $10,970
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6 -3% -9%
3
0 FY2002 FY2008 FY2012
Expense Trends (000's omitted)
40 $37,632 $36,609
30 $27,845
20 -3% -24%
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0 FY2002 FY2008 FY2012
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-9% 17% -24% -18% -18% 96% -38% -23% -47% -77% -61% -77% -100% Expenses - - - - - 5-YEAR TRENDS 5-YEAR 2% -9% -6% 69% 24% 26% 23% -90% -100% Revenue
- 562 420 800 400 2,100 2,300 1,526 4,089 2,902 9,951 1,045 $1,750 $27,845 Expenses - - - - - FY2012 BUDGET 35 216 562 260 150 $583 2,379 6,785 Revenue $10,970 - 427 777 3,399 3,000 4,507 1,821 1,062 3,520 2,680 1,739 $1,495 12,182 $36,609 Expenses (000's omitted) . FY2008 reflects cost of Clergy unassigned and on administrative leave supported by Funds. - - - - - FY2008 ACTUALS 172 550 276 $345 1,911 1,911 1,521 5,523 1,738 Revenue $12,036 TOTALS Archdiocese of Boston Central Ministries - Mission and Administration Reflects re-organization of Catholic School Office. Reflects improved financial operations at Saint John Seminary as a result of higher enrollment and decreased operating costs. FY2008 includes support to Redemptoris Mater House of Formation. Reflects removal of rental income and subsequent support from/to Catholic Charities. Reflects development of in-house Counsel and lesser reliance on outside Counsel. by Parish Financial Services to reduce subsidy and emergency needs. Reflects systematic efforts Reflects creation of Boston Catholic Development Services, Inc. with reduced operating structure. For FY2012, reflects support by Central Ministries of unassigned Clergy Administrative Services Parish Support Professional Responsibility and Oversight Clergy in Transition Fundraising General Counsel Faith Formation and Evangelization Catholic Education Media and Public Relations Parish Life and Leadership Seminary Support Health and Social Services Central Services 1. 2. 3. The Pilot, Catholic Directory and Digital Media to the newly formed Group. includes transfer of the Trend 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
- 13 - These important ministries help advance our Catholic mission in four distinct ways. We enrich parish life, we strengthen families, we educate and inspire the future of our faith, and we advance our church leadership. We thank all the Appeal donors for their continued generosity which helps to fund all these important initiatives. – Kathleen F. Driscoll Secretary for Institutional Advancement Enhancing Parish Life
Parish Financial Services: Serves the needs of parishes within the Archdiocese of Boston by providing pastors and staff with the support and information they need to manage their parish operations . They offer guidance” on financial planning, budgeting, accounting and financial reporting as well as providing information to help familiarize parishes with Archdiocesan policies, procedures and best practices .
Our parishes could not have moved forward had it not “We define success when more and been for the Parish Financial Services Team . They were more parishes want to engage us in always willing to assist the business manager, Parish a process or issue they are dealing Finance Councils and myself with budget development with and want our advice ." and cash flow issues while also being concerned with the – Denise McKinnon-Biernat, mission needs of the parishes . We have always had a Director great experience working with them .
– Very Right Reverend Jack Ahern, Pastor Blessed Mother Theresa,” Holy Family, and Saint Peter, Dorchester Educating & Inspiring the Future of our Faith
Campus Ministry: For nearly fifty years, this ministry – through the work of priests, lay ministers, religious, and brothers – has served as the primary liaison to a vibrant network of twenty-three secular
colleges and universities in our Archdiocese of Boston . In the course of the academic year, these campus
ministers reach out to tens of thousands of young adults, providing the sacraments, offering retreats, coordinating Bible study groups, and organizing faith-based events that instill a love of the faith in the hearts and minds of students. It is through this work,” that the Office for Campus Ministry helps to ensure sound spiritual formation and prayerful encouragement for the next generation of Catholic leaders .
“The Catholic Center provides a safe I am very proud of the dedicated professionals that and stable environment where many of we have working in campus ministry . They are priests, my friends come from . Through Christ’s religious brothers and sisters and lay people . All of love, we join together as a Church at BU them are working very hard and often, at great personal and grow in knowledge and grace . My sacrifice. There is vibrancy in our masses, on our joy stems directly from my friends and retreats and in our study groups . Our ministers comfort, work at the Catholic Center ." console, challenge and guide our young people in a – Tim McGuirk, BU Student most critical phase of life . Class of 2015 – Reverend Richard Clancy, Director - 14 - ” Advancing our Church Leadership
General Counsel: The mission of the Office of The General Counsel is to serve as the principal legal advisor for the Archbishop of Boston . Over the past year, the General Counsel answered over 150 requests from parishes, Catholic schools, Catholic cemeteries and other institutions that fall within the Archdiocese . Our ministry involves working with all of the ministries and related institutions in connection with diverse and often complex matters affecting the day-to-day operations of the Archdiocese of Boston, researching and resolving legal matters, ensuring compliance with Canon Law, as well as ” all applicable state and federal laws and regulations .
Our definition of success comes "When I became Pastor, there were in two primary parts – successfully a lot of complex legal issues to supporting our “clients” and providing tackle . General Counsel became quality legal work with a view toward indispensible to me and I cannot be reducing the risk-profile of the more pleased working with them ." Archdiocese . – Reverend Vincent Daily, Pastor St . Greg’s, Dorchester – F” . Beirne Lovely, Esquire
Strengthening Families
Marriage Ministry: In the Archdiocese of Boston, Marriage Ministries offers programs and resources for those called to the sacrament of holy matrimony including a marriage preparation program for engaged couples and enrichment and support ministry for those living out their marital vows . Over the past two and a half years, the new diocesan marriage preparation program called Transformed in Love has given more than 215 couples a foundation upon which” they can build a solid marriage and pass down a deeper understanding of the faith to their future family .
With the support of the Appeal funds, "We felt extremely reassured after this ministry is able to offer so many completing our marriage preparation couples the programs they need class . It was as though we had been to build a strong, sacramental, and given the manual on how to cultivate a faith-filled marriage rooted in the successful marriage ." Gospel message .
– Transformed in Love Participant – Kari Colella Coordinator of” Marriage Ministries
- 15 - Description of Agencies, Departments and Staffing
Parish Life and Leadership laity clergy religious Cabinet Secretary: Very Reverend Thomas Foley
Secretary for Parish Life and Leadership 1 1 0 Oversees the agencies and departments within Parish Life and Leadership and provides additional support to the Cardinal and Vicar General.
Vocations 1 2 0 Develops and promotes a culture of vocations in the Archdiocese. Provides information and support to those discerning a vocational call to the Priesthood.
Permanent Diaconate 0 1 1 Forms and trains men for the ordained ministry of Deacon. Provides information and support to those discerning a vocational call to the Diaconate.
Diaconate Formation, Life and Ministry 0 1 0 Interviews and evaluates applicants and candidates for Diaconate Formation. Plans ongoing education programs for ordained deacons, provides pastoral support, and recommends parish assignments.
Clergy Personnel 1 1 0 Oversees assignments of Priests and Deacons in the Archdiocese. Maintains current statistical and general information about Clergy.
Ecumenical Affairs 0 1 0 Represents Cardinal Seán and the Archdiocese to other Churches and faith groups including MASS Council of Churches, Lutheran Synod, JCRC, other Jewish organizations, and the Islamic Council of New England. Staffing consists of two part-time volunteer Clergy and one part-time lay independent contractor.
Clergy Funds Administration 4 0 0 Processes all benefits activity for Clergy which includes health, disability and retirement.
Pastoral Planning 1 1 0 Initiates and coordinates a planning process under the direction of Cardinal Seán O’Malley to grow in our ability as Church to discern and serve the mission of Christ into the future. Helps parishes plan realistically to meet the spiritual, formational, sacramental and outreach needs of their people.
- 16 - Faith Formation and Evangelization laity clergy religious Cabinet Secretary: Mrs. Janet Benestad
Secretary, Faith Formation and Evangelization 2 0 0 Oversees the agencies and departments within Faith Formation and Evangelization and provides additional support to the Cardinal and Vicar General.
Health Care Ministry 13 7 4 Supports men and women designated to provide pastoral care to patients and their families/loved ones in health care facilities within the Archdiocese.
Religious Education 3 0 0 Provides leadership in the catechetical mission of the Archdiocese.
Cultural Diversity 2 1 0 Seeks to extend the Kingdom of God through an evangelization emphasizing our oneness in Christ amidst diverse expressions of our Catholic Faith.
Office of the Deaf Apostolate 1 2 0 Supports the deaf Catholics in the Archdiocese by providing access to events, interpreter services, etc.
Marriage Ministry and Natural Family Planning (NFP) 2 0 0 Provides marriage education, preparation and enrichment. Coordinates NFP services within the Archdiocese.
New Evangelization of Youth and Young Adults (ONE) 3 1 0 Forms disciples of Jesus Christ and His Church through a unified vision for ministry to young people from early adolescence through young adulthood.
Worship and Spiritual Life 3 0 1 Fosters genuine spiritual and liturgical renewal in the Archdiocese by promoting the foundational elements of the Catholic spiritual and liturgical tradition.
Airport Chaplaincy 0 1 0 Provides a ministry of presence at Logan Airport by offering Masses, confessions, etc. for visitors, travelers and Massport employees.
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Campus Ministries 4 6 1 Coordinates campus ministry on behalf of the Archdiocese and serves as liaison to campus ministers.
Hispanic Ministry 1 1 0 Supports the ministry of those helping all Hispanics in the Archdiocese to come closer to Jesus Christ and His Church. Provides information about parishes offering Masses in Spanish and other Church programs.
Catholic Education Cabinet Secretary: Dr. Mary Grassa O’Neill
Catholic Schools Office 10 0 0 Provides leadership for academic excellence, Catholic faith formation and school vitality and viability.
Health and Social Services Cabinet Secretary: Reverend J. Bryan Hehir
Pro-Life 4 0 0 Provides support and oversight of services by Pregnancy Help, Archdiocesan liturgical observances, youth participation in pro-life activities and Women Affirming Life. Represents the Archdiocese at state, regional and national pro-life events.
Respect Life Program 1 0 0 Works with parishes, schools and other Archdiocesan agencies to help parents and students better understand and appreciate the gift of human life and the dignity of the human person through various programs and ministries.
Industrial Relations – Labor Guild 2 1 0 With roots back to the Depression and the opening in 1938 of the first “Catholic labor school” in this region, the Archdiocese of Boston’s Labor Guild is the oldest continuing Church-based labor justice center in the nation.
- 18 - Central Services laity clergy religious Cabinet Secretary: Reverend Monsignor Robert P. Deeley
Vicar General/Moderator of the Curia 1 2 0 Represents the Cardinal and the Archdiocese of Boston. Ministry is devoted to taking Cardinal Seán O’Malley’s vision for the Archdiocese and making it a reality. Cares for and provides coordination of the personnel and efforts of the central administration of the Archdiocese.
Cardinal’s Office 2 3 1 Provides support for the Cardinal and the work he does throughout the Archdiocese of Boston.
Regional Bishop – North 1 1 0 The Regional Bishop supports the work of the Archdiocese in the North Region.
Regional Bishop – Merrimack 1 1 0 The Regional Bishop supports the work of the Archdiocese in the Merrimack Region.
Regional Bishop – Central 1 1 0 The Regional Bishop supports the work of the Archdiocese in the Central Region.
Regional Bishop – South 1 1 0 The Regional Bishop supports the work of the Archdiocese in the South Region.
Regional Bishop – West 1 1 0 The Regional Bishop supports the work of the Archdiocese in the West region.
Delegate for Religious 0 0 1 Serves as the liaison between Cardinal Seán O’Malley and congregations of women and men religious directors and members of religious institutes seeking assistance. Coordinates events and programs of interest to the religious congregations of the Archdiocese.
Canonical Affairs 1 1 0 Handles all Canon Law inquiries from Archdiocesan parishes and institutions as well as from various departments within the Pastoral Center. Assists in drafting policies for the Archdiocese, schedules confirmations, and oversees distribution of faculties to Priests from outside the Archdiocese.
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Metropolitan Tribunal 5 3 1 The Judicial branch of governance for the Archdiocese. Investigates cases of marriage nullities, ecclesiastical trials of accused Priests and causes of Saints.
Professional Responsibility and Oversight 2 1 0 Provides guidance and oversight on complaints of serious misconduct, sexual abuse or inappropriate behavior by Church personnel. Provides counsel to Archbishop of Boston on most appropriate method of resolution.
Communications and Public Affairs Cabinet Secretary: Mr. Terrence Donilon
Secretary for Communication and Public Affairs 1 0 0 Assists the Cardinal in implementing a comprehensive communications strategy. Serves as the primary spokesperson for the Archdiocese, liaison to public officials on Church-related matters and coordinates media responses, statements and press releases.
Massachusetts Catholic Conference (MCC) 4 0 0 Assists the Bishops of the four Massachusetts Catholic Dioceses by giving witness to spiritual values in public affairs. Applies Church teaching to public policies and programs affecting the common good of Massachusetts citizens and the interests of Catholics, speaks for the Church in Massachusetts before all branches of government and before all groups concerned with social policy. Fosters public understanding of the Church’s teaching on social issues. MCC additionally supported by other Massachusetts dioceses.
Administrative Services Cabinet Secretary: Mr. James McDonough
Chancellor’s Office 4 0 0 Provides strategic and financial direction for all areas within Administrative Services as well as other areas within the Pastoral Center, parishes, school and related entities.
Human Resources 3 0 0 Provides a range of services including recruiting, new hire orientation, performance management, employee relations, EEO compliance, employee problem resolution, etc.
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Finance 24 0 0 Provides accounting, cash management services, and financial reporting and analysis for numerous Archdiocesan entities, including the parishes financial consolidation. Manages external and internal audit activities and the investment process and reporting for Archdiocesan investment funds.
Archives 1 0 0 Serves as the official repository for records of enduring value created by the Central Administration of the Archdiocese.
Pastoral Center Building Operations 3 0 0 Oversees the security, maintenance and administration of the Pastoral Center facility at 66 Brooks Drive, Braintree.
Risk Management 4 0 0 Services and supports Diocesan institutions participating in the insurance and risk management programs including risk analysis and assessment, fire alarm system maintenance, inspections, actuarial analysis, crisis management, etc.
Information Technologies (IT) 11 0 0 Provides information technology, computer and network support for the Pastoral Center and other offsite locations.
Parish Financial Services 7 0 0 Provides parishes and schools guidance on financial planning, budgeting, accounting and financial reporting. Also helps familiarize them with Archdiocesan policies, procedures, and best practices.
Real Estate and Facilities Management 6 0 0 Provides guidance in the sale, lease or purchase of all Archdiocesan real estate as well as parish property. Acts as a liaison between realtors, attorneys, tenants, buyers and the parish. Provides guidance, support, direction, project management and oversight for maintenance, renovations, new construction, insurance claims, hazardous material handling and disposal, etc.
Lay Benefits Administration 6 0 0 Processes all employee benefit activity including health, life, long-term disability, pension and transitions assistance funds.
- 21 - GENERAL COUNSEL laity clergy religious Mr. F. Beirne Lovely
General Counsel 3 0 0 Provides legal advice and review on a variety of issues for parishes, schools and related entities.
Institutional Advancement Cabinet Secretary: Mrs. Kathleen Driscoll
Boston Catholic Development Services, Inc ./Fundraising 13 0 0 To raise funds in a manner that respects the ethics and values of the Catholic faith by encouraging Catholics and those in the general community to support the many ministries of the Archdiocese of Boston, Archdiocesan parishes, schools and related organizations. Boston Catholic Development Services is responsible for processing and stewarding gifts of various types and sizes and ensuring that donor intentions are fulfilled.
GRAND TOTAL 165 43 10
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