LISTING OF PASTORS AND ADMINISTRATORS BY VICARIATE. VICARIATE OF NORTHEAST BRONX (11 Parishes)

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1 LISTING OF PASTORS AND ADMINISTRATORS BY VICARIATE VICARIATE OF NORTHEAST BRONX (11 Parishes) QUESTION # 1 I am aware of the current situation facing the Archdiocese, particularly with such issues as the decline in Church attendance, shortage of priests, decreased financial stability, etc. For me this is a serious issue. DIS DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 2 I recognize the reality that some parishes will have to be closed or merged if the mission of the Archdiocese is to remain viable. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 3 To determine parish viability, I believe it is important to look at parish weekday and Sunday Mass attendance. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy DIS DIS

2 LISTING OF PASTORS AND ADMINISTRATORS BY VICARIATE VICARIATE OF NORTHEAST BRONX (11 Parishes) QUESTION # 3 (CONTINUED) To determine parish viability, I believe it is important to look at parish weekday and Sunday Mass attendance. DIS 252 Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 4 To determine parish viability, I believe it is important to look at parish sacramental, i.e., how baptisms, communions, marriages, funerals, etc. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 5 To determine parish viability, I believe it is important to look at parish programs, i.e., religious education, RCIA, outreach to the poor, etc. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James DIS DIS DIS QUESTION # 6 To determine parish viability, you should look at significant changes in the Catholic population of parishes. DIS DIS

3 LISTING OF PASTORS AND ADMINISTRATORS BY VICARIATE VICARIATE OF NORTHEAST BRONX (11 Parishes) 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 7 To determine parish viability, you should examine if parish revenue is sufficient to support parish ministries, Archdiocesan programs, and ordinary operating expenses. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 8 For parish viability, you should also examine if parish revenue is sufficient to support its priests and members of its pastoral staff. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy QUESTION # 8 (CONTINUED) For parish viability, you should also examine if parish revenue is sufficient to support its priests and members of its pastoral staff. DIS 252 Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea DIS DIS DIS

4 LISTING OF PASTORS AND ADMINISTRATORS BY VICARIATE VICARIATE OF NORTHEAST BRONX (11 Parishes) 255 Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 9 To determine parish viability, I feel it is important to know if a parish has a consistent operating deficit or owes money for unpaid bills to outside vendors or to the Archdiocese. DIS DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 11 I believe that if a parish has to close or merge, it is important to investigate whether the pastoral ministries of that parish can be served by a neighboring parish. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James DIS QUESTION # 12 If a parish has to close or merge, I believe the parish council should be consulted. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady DIS

5 LISTING OF PASTORS AND ADMINISTRATORS BY VICARIATE VICARIATE OF NORTHEAST BRONX (11 Parishes) 211 Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 13 If a parish has to close or merge, I believe the finance council should be consulted. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 14 If a parish has to close or merge, I think the "Making All Things New" committee should assist the pastor to create and develop a response on behalf of the parish. DIS DIS DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 14 (CONTINUED) If a parish has to close or merge, I think the "Making All Things New" committee should assist the pastor DIS DIS to create and develop a response on behalf of the parish.

6 LISTING OF PASTORS AND ADMINISTRATORS BY VICARIATE VICARIATE OF NORTHEAST BRONX (11 Parishes) QUESTION # 15 An Archdiocesan advisory panel should review the responses of parishes that could potentially close or merge and provide their opinion to the Archbishop. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James QUESTION # 16 I think there are too many parishes in our area. Some could be closed or merged without presenting a great inconvenience to people. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James DIS DIS

7 LISTING OF PASTORS AND ADMINISTRATORS BY VICARIATE VICARIATE OF NORTHEAST BRONX (11 Parishes) QUESTION # 17 I have confidence that, in the end, by God's grace and our good efforts, the Church will not only "get through" but continue to grow. DIS 204 Rev. Robert A. Quarato Holy Rosary Rev. Jaime H. Duenas Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rev. Levelt Germain Our Lady of Grace/St. Mary Rev. Msgr. Edward M. Barry St. Barnabas Rev. Francis J. Corry St. Frances of Rome Rev. Nikolin Pergjini St. Lucy Rev. Michael F. Challinor St. Mary, Star of the Sea Rev. Steven Masinde, A.J. Sts. Philip and James DIS

8 RESPONSE TO QUESTION #10 I THINK THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL AREAS SHOULD BE LOOKED AT TO ASSESS PARISH VIABILITY. NM CH EM SM WM NWB NEB EB SB S.I. Y SS CW NW/P R O D U S Youth Ministry (Need To Get Young People More Involved) Young Families (Children's Mass) Parish (Spiritual Life) Strategic Planning (Effect Of Closing Parishes, Share Resources) Distance Between Urban Parishes Community Outreach (Parish Is Involved) Parish Programs Evangelizing Demographics

9 RESPONSE TO QUESTION #10 I THINK THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL AREAS SHOULD BE LOOKED AT TO ASSESS PARISH VIABILITY. NM CH EM SM WM NWB NEB EB SB S.I. Y SS CW NW/P R O D U S Schools Positive (We Need Our Schools) Mass Schedules Senior Citizens (Services, Homebound, Handicapped Access) Lay Involvement Young Adult Programs (Need To Get Young Adults Involved in Parish) Masses (Quality Of Liturgies And Homilies) Finances (Raise Revenue) Pastoral Concerns (Orthodoxy, Leadership) Volunteers

10 RESPONSE TO QUESTION #10 I THINK THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL AREAS SHOULD BE LOOKED AT TO ASSESS PARISH VIABILITY. NM CH EM SM WM NWB NEB EB SB S.I. Y SS CW NW/P R O D U S Real Estate (Leasing, Selling) Parish (Should Have A More Welcoming Atmosphere) Educating Catholics (Catechizing) Finances (Need Archdiocesan Support) Finances (Reduce Expenses) Declining Number Of Clergy Finances (Consider Needs Of The Poor Parishes) Ethnic Needs (Hispanic Communities and Immigrants) Buildings (Condition of Buildings)

11 RESPONSE TO QUESTION #10 I THINK THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL AREAS SHOULD BE LOOKED AT TO ASSESS PARISH VIABILITY. NM CH EM SM WM NWB NEB EB SB S.I. Y SS CW NW/P R O D U S Diocesan Leadership Women (Ordination - Priests, Deacons) Married Clergy Clergy Abuse CCD Programs (Evaluate) Schools Negative (Financial Concerns) Parish History (Valued, Needs To Be Considered) Media (Impact On Social Values) Communication Issues (More Transparency)

12 RESPONSE TO QUESTION #10 I THINK THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL AREAS SHOULD BE LOOKED AT TO ASSESS PARISH VIABILITY. NM CH EM SM WM NWB NEB EB SB S.I. Y SS CW NW/P R O D U S Pastor (Positive) Transparency (Finance, etc.) Finances (Wealthier Parishes Assisting Poorer Parishes) Deacons (More Involvement) Internet (Social Networking) Finances (Lack Knowledge Of Financial Issues) Regulations (Too Rigid) Religious Women and Men (More Involvement) Finances (Parish Is Selfsupporting - We're OK)

13 RESPONSE TO QUESTION #10 I THINK THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL AREAS SHOULD BE LOOKED AT TO ASSESS PARISH VIABILITY. NM CH EM SM WM NWB NEB EB SB S.I. Y SS CW NW/P R O D U S Finances (Proper Management) Parish (Declining numbers - Identify Why Catholics Are Not Attending Mass) Economics (Impact On Community) Parish Involvement (Consultation) Mission of the Church (Favor Pre-Vatican) Poor and Homeless (Ministry to Poor and Homeless) Parish "At Risk" (Give Parish Opportunity To Formulate A Plan) Vatican Support (Financial) Vocations

14 RESPONSE TO QUESTION #10 I THINK THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL AREAS SHOULD BE LOOKED AT TO ASSESS PARISH VIABILITY. NM CH EM SM WM NWB NEB EB SB S.I. Y SS CW NW/P R O D U S Women in Ministries International Priests (Dialects Difficult To Understand) Finances (Second Collections - Objection To Sending Money To Other Countries - Keep Money Local) Parish Councils (Need Parish Councils) Priest (More Availability) Parish (Our Paris Has Signs Of Growth) Distance Between Suburban Parishes

15 RESPONSES TO SURVEYS BY PARISHIONERS ALL VICARIATES DIS DIS NOT APPLICABLE QUESTION # 1 I am aware of the current situation facing the Archdiocese, particularly with such issues as the decline in Church attendance, shortage of priests, decreased financial stability, etc. For me, this is a serious issue % 40.27% 3.00% 1.50% QUESTION # 2 I recognize the reality that some parishes will have to be closed or merged if the mission of the Archdiocese is to remain viable % 53.83% 15.29% 8.35% QUESTION # 3 To determine parish viability, I believe it is important to look at parish weekday and Sunday Mass attendance % 55.43% 10.28% 2.67% QUESTION # 4 To determine parish viability, I believe it is important to look at parish sacramental, i.e., how baptisms, communions, marriages, funerals, etc % 54.99% 15.48% 3.03% QUESTION # 5 To determine parish viability, I believe it is important to look at parish programs, i.e., religious education, RCIA, outreach to the poor, etc. QUESTION # 6 To determine parish viability, you should look at significant changes in the Catholic population of parishes. QUESTION # 7 To determine parish viability, you should examine if parish revenue is sufficient to support parish ministries, Archdiocesan programs, and ordinary operating expenses. QUESTION # 8 For parish viability, you should also examine if parish revenue is sufficient to support its priests and members of its pastoral staff. QUESTION # 9 To determine parish viability, I feel it is important to know if a parish has a consistent operating deficit or owes money for unpaid bills to outside vendors or to the Archdiocese. QUESTION #10 I think the following additional areas should be looked at to assess parish viability QUESTION # 11 I believe that if a parish has to close or merge, it is important to investigate whether the pastoral ministries of that parish can be served by a neighboring parish % 55.93% 8.51% 2.29% 29.04% 56.89% 11.46% 2.61% 27.77% 55.30% 13.57% 3.36% 27.18% 57.48% 12.61% 2.73% 27.83% 56.20% 12.96% 3.01% Individual comments received from parishioners were tabulated 40.41% 51.17% 5.83% 2.60% QUESTION # 12 If a parish has to close or merge, I believe the parish council should be consulted % 46.65% 4.20% 1.19% QUESTION # 13 If a parish has to close or merge, I believe the finance council should be consulted % 49.48% 4.60% 1.29% QUESTION # 14 If a parish has to close or merge, I think the "Making All Things New" committee should assist the pastor to create and develop a response on behalf of the parish. QUESTION # 15 An Archdiocesan advisory panel should review the responses of parishes that could potentially close or merge and provide their opinion to the Archbishop. QUESTION # 16 I think there are too many parishes in our area. Some could be closed or merged without presenting a great inconvenience to people. QUESTION # 17 I have confidence that, in the end, by God's grace and our good efforts, the Church will not only "get through" but continue to grow % 50.16% 5.81% 2.29% 42.51% 48.61% 6.37% 2.50% 6.97% 17.60% 44.08% 31.35% 52.30% 40.18% 5.24% 2.20% 0.07%