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MEMBERSHIP:
The Parish Council can consist of up to 14 members. Nine voting members are selected by lottery. The Pastor and no more than four are ex-official and/or appointed, nonvoting parish staff members. The nine voting members include at least four men and four women. The Pastor and no more than four are ex officio and/or appointed parish staff members.
Members serve a three-year term. Three new members are chosen annually on Pentecost Sunday. Individuals interested in serving on the Pastoral Council are required to be at least 21 years of age, registered in St. Francis de Sales Parish, fully initiated Catholics and must attend an orientation session. After the responsibilities of the position are explained, interested individuals may submit their names for the discernment process.