Parish Councils, Governance and Operations
The Pastoral Centre supports parishes with administrative and pastoral matters. Contact the Chancery for help finding the appropriate office, current parish governance documents, procedures, or forms for your question.
- Parish Pastoral Council Guidelines: “Building up the Community of Believers” (October 2025)PDF · English (opens in a new tab)
- Capital Project Management ChecklistPDF · English (opens in a new tab)
- APEX Guide: Insurance for Construction & Renovation ProjectsPDF · English (opens in a new tab)
- Risk Management: Arson (APEX)PDF · English (opens in a new tab)
- Arson Risk (2021)PDF · English (opens in a new tab)
- Arson Risk Management Compliance DeclarationDOCX · English (opens in a new tab)
- APEX End of Day Checklist for ParishesPDF · English (opens in a new tab)
- Self-Assessment Checklist for Preventing Water DamagePDF · English (opens in a new tab)
Staff and Volunteer Responsibilities
Use the Safe Environment section for ministry conduct, screening, training, and related forms. Use Finance, Grants and Support for parish financial administration contacts.