Parish Pastoral Council

“The Parish Pastoral Council has an important role in acting as a sounding board for parishioners and clergy, and I depend heavily on their recommendations in making any important parish decision,” stated Pastor, Msgr. Bill Parent.  Composed of registered parishioners, members serve three-year terms and, with the exception of the youth and Hispanic representatives who are appointed by the pastor.  Other members are elected by the parish in June.

Currently there are fourteen members of the Pastoral Council which meets on the third Monday of each month at 7:30. Some topics discussed last year include a parish hall, new mission statement, school finances, creation of parish commissions, communion under both species, ushers procedures and parish socials.

Current members are: Linda Cogburn, Chairperson, 301-274-0003; Ron Dopkowski, Co-Chairperson; Mary DiMuro, Secretary; Edna Proctor; Yvette Foster; Kevin Kane; Jim McNease; Stephanie Nolan; Joy Magno; RoseMary Buzzeo; Bobbie Vaira; Mark Leslie; and appointed representatives, Allan Wibbenmeyer, Finance; Marie Torres, Hispanic, Will Coughlin, Youth.

Parish Finance Council

The Parish Finance Council assists the Pastor by providing recommendations and expertise on a variety of issues relating to decisions affecting the financial stability of St. Peter’s Church. The Council also prepares a yearly parish budget and monitors expenditures at its monthly meetings. 

Composed of eight registered parishioners appointed by the Pastor, Fran O’Neill is ex officio as the Parish Accountant and Beth Watson, who teaches 8^th grade at St. Peter’s School, represents the school in deliberations. Other members have finance and business experience. 

Current members are:  Don Palchak, Chairperson, 301-753-1418, Richard Buschman, Fran O’Neill, Teri Pinkham, Kathy Russell, Beth Watson, Allan Wibbenmeyer , and Bill Young.