Do We Want Fr. Kevin as Our Pastor?
 

 
In July, Bishop DiLorenzo assigned Fr. Kevin O'Brien as Parochial Vicar and Priest in Residence here at St. Thérèse, with Fr. Romeo Jazmin, from Prince of Peace, as Canonical Pastor for six months. The Bishop is now asking for feedback from the parish so that he can make an informed decision about appointing Fr. Kevin as our Pastor. He wants to make sure that this is a good match for us! Thank you for giving your opinion by completing this brief survey.

1. "The pastor presides at the community's prayer and cares for the worship life of the parish." Please respond to the following statements about Fr. Kevin:

 Strongly agreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly disagreeDon't know
He presides at Sunday, holy day, and weekday Eucharist, and at weddings and funerals.
He takes responsibilty for implementation of liturgical renewal in the parish.
He is an effective presider and preacher.
He has a strong work ethic and is pastorally sensitive toward others.
He conducts himself in a moral and ethical manner.

2. "The pastor assures that pastoral care/counseling is available to those in need." Please respond to the following statements about Fr. Kevin:

 Strongly agreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly disagreeDon't Know
He is available for parishioners who seek counseling.
He promotes awareness of community resources for those in need.
He visits parishioners in the hospital on a bi-weekly schedule.
He visits shut-ins on a regular basis.
He acts in a caring and kind manner.
He is courteous and respectful of others.

3. "The pastor ensures the work of social justice within the community." Please respond to the following statements about Fr. Kevin:

 Strongly agreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly disagreeDon't Know
He supports the social action/social concerns ministry of the parish.
He facilitates the integration of Catholic social teaching into parish life.

4. "The pastor assures that Catholic education/formation is available to parishioners." Please respond to the following statements about Fr. Kevin:

 Strongly agreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly disagreeDon't Know
He supports the various staff persons and parish programs that focus on education/formation.
He participates in the planning and execution of sacramental programs.
He participates in and supports the on-going development and evaluation of education/formation programs.

5. "The pastor assures the basic management and fiscal stability of the parish, and promotes pastoral planning in the community of faith." Please respond to the following statements about Fr. Kevin:

 Strongly agreeAgreeDisagreeStrongly disagreeDon't Know
He works to ensure that adequate monies are available for the goals and ministries of the parish.
He meets regularly with the parish Finance and Pastoral Councils.
He monitors the implementation of new parish goals.

6. In your opinion, should Fr. Kevin be appointed as pastor of St. Thérèse ?

7. Is there anything else you'd like to add?

8. OPTIONAL: If you would like us to contact you regarding any issue, please give us your name and email address, and Marty Vozzo will contact you.

Thank you for offering your opinion. We will pass the results on to Bishop DiLorenzo.
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