The Trustees assist the Pastor in various ways, as he deems appropriate. They are consulted in any major Parish Real Estate activities, and occupy a place of leadership in promoting the Life of the Parish.
Our current Trustees are:
Gail Christ - St. Mary
Tony Piedimonte - St. Mary
Jeff Miller - St. Mark
Ed Morgan - St. Mark
The Parish Council advises the Pastor as he implements the priorities of Parish Life. They focus on both the Spiritual and Community Life of our Parishioners. They support the Pastor by identifying goals, encouraging Parishioner involvement and commitment, and facilitating the growth of the faith in our community. Council Member serve for a 3-year term and are nominated by the Parish and chosen by a random draw.
Please feel free to speak with any Parish Council Member or email the council at parishcouncil@stmarystmark.org
The current Parish Council Members are:
Dorothy Morgan - President
Debra DeFilipps - Vice President
Penny Cole - Secretary
Father John Arogyasami - Pastoral Administrator
Jackie Nau - Parish Liasion
Barb Carges
Buffie Edick
Jeana Hayes
Eric Maxon
John Morriss
The Finance Council ensures the integrity of the Parish by overseeing Parish Finances. The Council assists and advises the Pastor, creates an annual budget, monitors Parish income and expenditures, sets goals and determines the feasibility of projects. They also assure all Parish operations conform to the Internal Auditing standards of the Diocese of Buffalo.
You can contact the Finance Council at any time at finance@stmarystmark.org
The current Finance Council Members are:
Vince Nicolia — President
Father John Arogyasami
Sharon Chaplain — Bookkeeper
Francis D'Andrea
Marilyn Schicker
Jim Sheffer
Our Parish Office Stewards give the gift of their talent in helping with Parish Administration. The Stewards maintain Parishioner data, Sacramental records and assist in the proper handling & accounting of all income.
The current office stewards are:
Kathie Clarke
Chris DiNatale
Alma Gilman
Cathy Renko
Each week, a select group of Parishioners assists in the proper accounting and deposit of the weekly collection. This process ensures that our Parish operates in the most responsible manner and in accord with Diocesan guidelines. Members are chosen and added as needed by the Pastor.