As Christians, each of us is called to participate in the life and activity of the Church and to share responsibility for its mission. Each year, St. Timothy's community will call forth people to serve on the Pastoral Council. The purpose of the pastoral council is to provide the pastor with additional sets of eyes, ears, minds, and hearts concerned with the spiritual well-being of our parish family. The council's primary responsibilities are as follows:

• Help the pastor recognize and satisfy the spiritual needs of the parish through observation, research, reflection, prayer and practical recommendations.
• Facilitate inter ministry communication and coordination.
• Facilitate communication between the pastor and all ministries.

Through listening, prayerful reflection, study and discussion, the pastoral council will make recommendations to meet the needs of our parish family. The pastoral council is a true sign of the Spirit's diverse gifts to the entire community as it unites us as a community of prayer and pastoral action.