Our Lady of the Lake

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	These ministries share financial planning and fundraising responsibilities with the pastor to ensure the fiscal well being of the parish, which affords this community the opportunity to share its treasures with those in need.
	OUR LADY OF THE LAKE ASSOCIATES organizes fundraising events to build fellowship throughout the parish and local communities. This group uses funds raised to finance major improvements to the parish, as well as to make charitable contributions to others in need, locally and globally. Members plan the parish's annual bazaar and appreciation night, and fund other parish projects such as a parish directory and First Communion photos. The Associates group is led by officers, and every parishioner is considered a member of this group.

	The BISHOPS FUND MINISTRY works with the diocesan office to launch a successful Bishops Fund campaign, the Bishops annual appeal program. The group meets heavily in the spring to prepare for the campaign, and arranges, collects and completes campaign reports.

	The FINANCE COMMITTEE assists the pastor in making financial decisions and in preparing an annual budget and fiscal plans. It also provides advice to the pastor regarding investments, fundraising and cost-saving measures. This group meets monthly to compare and analyze variances of actual spending to the budget and to discuss future plans, such as capital projects. The pastor appoints voting members, and all parishioners may attend monthly meetings. Anyone with expertise in areas such as contracts or computers is encouraged to add their input to this group.

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	Our Lady of the Lake 1400 Main Street, Leominster, MA 01453 Phone: 978.342.2978 Fax: 978.342.8738 Email: ourladylake@comcast.net