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1 The Diocesan Communicator Diocese of Marquette 1004 Harbor Hills Dr., Marquette, MI Phone: FAX: No. 4/2013 Date: 4/10/2013 Page 1 of 9 Note: Please contact Sheila Wickenheiser at ext. 131 for questions/problems regarding receipt of the Diocesan Communicator. The Communicator is available on the Diocesan website at Inside Office of the Bishop Catholic Sentinel Newspapers are Available Office of Divine Worship Bishop s Name in the Eucharistic Prayer Office of the Chancellor Raffle: Win a 1993 Ruby Red Corvette Moderator of the Curia and Ministry Personnel Services Women s Conference Faith Formation & Youth Ministry Children s Safe Environment Hospitality Lecture Faith Formation Coordinator Training Communications and Development Corpus Christi Processions Michigan Catholic Advocacy Network Sacraments and RCIA Photos Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres The U.P. Catholic Office of Catholic Schools Tuition Contracts Secretaries/Bookkeepers Workshop Financial Services Endowment Workshop Annual Investment Pool Video Conference Secretary/Bookkeeper Workshop Priests Salary Schedule Salary Guidelines for Church Ministry Employees Benefit & Insurance Rate Info St. Joseph Association (Good Shepherd Sunday) Collection Ash Wednesday Collection Reminder Baraga Association Raffle Tickets Legacy of Faith Grant Applications due May 1 st Catholic Service Award Nominations due May1 7 Essentials for a Stewardship Parish Capital Campaign Progress Report Bulletin Announcements Wanted: Catholic Service Award Nominations Michigan Catholic Advocacy Network Addenda Addendum #1 - Women of the New Evangelization Information Addendum #2 - Hospitality Lecture Series Information and Registration Form Addendum #3 - Hospitality Lecture Series Flyer Addendum #4 Third Annual Faith Formation Coordinator Training Registration Form Addendum #5 - Michigan Catholic Advocacy Network Flyer Addendum #6 - Secretaries/Bookkeepers Workshop Agenda Addendum #7 - Benefits of Paycor Information Addendum # Priest Salary Schedule Addendum # Salary Guidelines for Church Ministry Employees Addendum # Benefit and Insurance Rate Information Addendum #11 Catholic Service Award Guidelines and Nomination and Form Addendum #12 7 Essentials for a Stewardship Parish

2 Diocesan Communicator No. 4/2013 Page 2 of 9 OFFICE OF THE BISHOP CATHOLIC SENTINEL NEWSPAPERS ARE AVAILABLE If any parishes would like copies of the March 29 th April 4 th edition of the Catholic Sentinel, from the Archdiocese of Portland, to distribute at your parishes, the newspapers will be available and can be picked up anytime from St. Peter Cathedral. If you are planning to attend the secretaries/bookkeepers workshop at St. Peter Cathedral on May 1 s, the newspapers will also be available for you to take back to your parishes at that time. Please call Lynn Bertucci if you have any questions. Office of Divine Worship BISHOP S NAME IN THE EUCHARISTIC PRAYER Priests please note: As of April 3 rd, 2013, Archbishop Sample s name should no longer be used in any Eucharistic Prayer. Please omit the phrase and Alexander our Bishop. The new diocesan administrator should NOT be mentioned. OFFICE OF THE CHANCELLOR Reverend Benedetto J.J. Paris RAFFLE: WIN A 1993 RUBY RED CORVETTE! It s a th Anniversary Corvette in excellent condition, 43,000 miles. Only 1000 tickets will be sold at $50 each. Tickets can be purchased at all U.P. Catholic Credit Union locations, at the Bishop Baraga Association, or at the Diocesan offices. The raffle benefits the construction of the new Bishop Baraga Chapel at St. Peter Cathedral. A generous benefactor, the Dr. John Beaumier Family of Duluth, is matching all new gifts to the Chapel campaign dollar-fordollar, turning your $50 ticket price into $100 benefit! Drawing date is Saturday, June 1, 2013 at 12:00 Noon Eastern at the Bishop Baraga Association. MODERATOR OF THE CURIA AND MINISTRY PERSONNEL SERVICES Reverend Ronald T. Browne WOMEN S CONFERENCE The Diocese of Marquette s Women s Conference is scheduled for Saturday, April 27 th from 10 AM to 5:15 PM ET. The title of this year s Conference is Women of the New Evangelization. The Conference is sponsored by the

3 Diocesan Communicator No. 4/2013 Page 3 of 9 Diocese of Marquette and the U.P. Knights of Columbus and it will be held at St. Peter Cathedral in Marquette, Michigan. The schedule for the Conference is: 10:00 10:45 Arrival/Registration 10:45 11:00 Welcome/Agenda/Introduction MC 11:00 11:50 Monsignor Ronald Browne 12:05 1:05 Lunch/Confessions 1:15 2:05 Teresa Tomeo 2:05 2:15 Break2:15 3:05 Teresa Tomeo 3:05 4:00 Prepare for Holy Sacrifice of the Mass 4:00 5:15 Mass Please publicize the Women s Conference in your parish. Information to help you publicize the Women s Conference can be found in Addendum #1. Thank you for your help in publicizing the Women s Conference. Faith Formation & Youth Ministry CHILDREN S SAFE ENVIRONMENT The information and lessons for Children s Safe Environment are available on the Diocese of Marquette website. These lessons are taught as part of the ongoing effort to maintain a safe environment. This training must be done each year. Parish and Catholic School reports are due to the Office of Youth Ministry by April 30, Any questions should be directed to Greg Gostomski at (906) , ext. 125, or ggostomski@dioceseofmarquette.org HOSPITALITY LECTURE May 30, 2013 Most Reverend Leonard P. Blair, Bishop of Toledo will speak at the 28 th annual Hospitality Lecture. The lecture will take place at the Holiday Inn, Marquette. There is a flyer for promotional use in Addendum #2. Registration materials can be found in Addendum #3. PROMOTING SUMMER FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS In an effort to assist parishes in promoting their vacation bible schools and other summer faith formation opportunities, a listing will be published in the May 24 UP Catholic Newspaper. If your parish would like to be included in this listing Denise Foye dfoye@dioceseofmarquette.org no later than Friday, May 3. Be sure to include the following information: Sponsoring parish(es), date(s) of event, location of event, contact person and their contact information. FAITH FORMATION COORDINATOR TRAINING The third annual Faith Formation Coordinator Training will be taking place at Marygrove, Sunday, June 16 - Thursday, June 20. The week will include presentations on Jesus, Mary, the Saints and the laity s Call to Holiness. The registration form and a tentative schedule were ed last week to all the faith

4 Diocesan Communicator No. 4/2013 Page 4 of 9 formation coordinators. You can also find the registration form on the diocesan website under AdministrationForms or in Addendum #4. For more information, contact Denise Foye at dfoye@dioceseofmarquette.org, (800) ext. 130 or (906) HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM A hard copy of the newly promulgated High School Curriculum was distributed to parishes present at Spring Study Day. For those parishes that did not receive one at that time, please make arrangements to pick up your copy by contacting Denise Foye at dfoye@dioceseofmarquette.org, ext or COMMUNICATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT Loreene Zeno Koskey CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSIONS The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ will be celebrated on Sunday, June 2, The U.P. Catholic is planning on listing Corpus Christi processions in the May 24 issue. If your parish is having a Corpus Christi procession or special service, please send the date, time, parish name and location (if beginning somewhere other than the parish), by to editor@dioceseofmarquette.org or postal mail to The U.P. Catholic, 1004 Harbor Hills Dr., Marquette, MI Listings should be received by May 3. Parishes are also welcome to submit photos taken at this year's processions to The U.P. Catholic for possible publication by using the addresses listed above. MICHIGAN CATHOLIC ADVOCACY NETWORK Please sign up for and promote the Michigan Catholic Advocacy Network (CAN) in your parish. An outreach of the Michigan Catholic Conference, the Advocacy Network provides regular public policy updates and facilitates communication between elected officials and Catholics across Michigan. It helps Catholics speak out in support of human life and dignity, religious freedom, economic justice, healthcare, education, marriage and immigration. Please encourage your parishioners to sign up for the Advocacy Network by inserting the flyer that is provided as Addendum #5 in your parish bulletins and/or publishing the bulletin announcement that can be found in the Bulletin Announcements section. SACRAMENTS AND RCIA PHOTOS Please send photos of First Communion, Confirmation and RCIA groups for publication in The U.P. Catholic s annual Sacraments and RCIA issue. Be sure to list names (left to right) front row, second row, third row, back row, etc. Photo may be sent by to editor@dioceseofmarquette.org or mailed to The U.P. Catholic, 1004 Harbor Hills Dr., Marquette, MI

5 Diocesan Communicator No. 4/2013 Page 5 of 9 SISTERS OF ST. PAUL DE CHARTRES The U.P. Catholic newspaper will be publishing a special section celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Sisters of St. Paul de Chartres presence in the United States. If you have story ideas of how the Sisters have influenced your life in a positive way or you would like to place an ad of appreciation, please contact Deacon Steve Gretzinger at upc@new.rr.com by May 17th. SUMMER MASS TIMES TO BE PUBLISHED IN THE U.P. CATHOLIC The U.P. Catholic is planning to publish a special section in the May 24 issue listing summer Mass times in our parishes and missions. The list of Mass times will be compiled using those listed by each parish on the diocesan web site, If the summer Mass times for your parish or mission will differ from that currently listed on the diocesan web site, please send your corrected summer Mass schedule by to: editor@dioceseofmarquette.org or postal mail to: The U.P. Catholic, 1004 Harbor Hills Dr., Marquette, MI The deadline for submitting Mass times is May 8. This is a free service to aid summer travelers. OFFICE OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Mark Salisbury TUITION CONTRACTS: As you work on your enrollment process for next year, please send any tuition contracts to John Dehlin (do not hold them at the school, but rather send them as soon as you can). As a reminder, all returning families contracts should be sent prior to the close of the academic year. Please do not hold them for signatures. SECRETARIES/ BOOKKEEPERS WORKSHOP All secretaries/bookkeepers are encouraged to attend the upcoming workshop in Marquette. It will be held on Wednesday, May 1 st at St. Peter s Cathedral. Information regarding the workshop has been ed to all principals and parish and school secretaries/bookkeepers. A copy of the day s agenda can be found in Addendum #6. Benefits of Paycor (common payroll provider) can also be found in Addendum #7. Please your RSVP to Cassie Gerdt at cgerdt@dioceseofmarquette.org. FINANCIAL SERVICES Timothy Thomas ENDOWMENT WORKSHOP All school and parish leadership (principals, pastors, local finance council members, endowment board members) are encouraged to take advantage of this

6 Diocesan Communicator No. 4/2013 Page 6 of 9 important video conference workshop regarding school and parish endowment accounts. The workshop is designed to review procedures and legalities required for endowment funds. The conference will be held via video conference on Wednesday, April 17 th from 6:00 7:30 pm ET. Registration information has been sent via to all school and parish leadership. Please contact Cassie at cgerdt@dioceseofmarquette.org to register for the workshop. The following video conference sites will be available: Diocesan Offices, Marquette OSF St. Francis Hospital, Escanaba Portage Health Systems (MGH), Hancock Dickinson County Healthcare (MGH), Iron Mountain Iron County Community Hospital (MGH), Iron River Grand View Health System (MGH), Ironwood Baraga County Memorial Hospital (MGH), L Anse Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital (MGH), Manistique Mackinac Straits Hospital (MGH), St. Ignace University of Wisconsin, Marinette ANNUAL INVESTMENT POOL VIDEO CONFERENCE The annual investment pool video conference is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, April 17 th from 7:30-8:30 pm ET. Registration information has been ed to all school and parish leadership. Please contact Cassie at cgerdt@dioceseofmarquette.org to register. Diocesan Offices, Marquette OSF St. Francis Hospital, Escanaba Portage Health Systems (MGH), Hancock Dickinson County Healthcare (MGH), Iron Mountain Iron County Community Hospital (MGH), Iron River Grand View Health System (MGH), Ironwood Baraga County Memorial Hospital (MGH), L Anse Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital (MGH), Manistique Mackinac Straits Hospital (MGH), St. Ignace University of Wisconsin, Marinette SECRETARY/BOOKKEEPER WORKSHOP Please mark Wednesday, May 1 st, as the day that you will attend the annual Secretary/Bookkeeper Workshop held in Marquette at St. Peter s Cathedral. Information regarding the workshop has been ed to all pastors, associate pastors, pastoral coordinators, parish/school secretaries and bookkeepers. A copy of the day s agenda can be found in Addendum #6. Benefits of Paycor (common payroll provider) can also be found in Addendum # 7. Please your RSVP to Cassie Gerdt at cgerdt@dioceseofmarquette.org.

7 Diocesan Communicator No. 4/2013 Page 7 of PRIESTS SALARY SCHEDULE The Salary Schedule for for Priests can be found in Addendum #8. This information has also been uploaded to the diocesan website under the Administration, Policy Manuals Section SALARY GUIDELINES FOR CHURCH MINISTRY EMPLOYEES: The updated schedule can be found in Addendum #9. This information has also been uploaded to the diocesan website under the Administration, Policy Manuals Section BENEFIT AND INSURANCE RATE INFORMATION A listing of anticipated benefits and insurance rates for can be found in Addendum #10. ST. JOSEPH ASSOCIATION (GOOD SHEPHERD SUNDAY) COLLECTION: The annual Good Shepherd Collection is scheduled to be taken up the weekend of April 20/21 in all parishes. Materials to promote the collection were ed to all pastors, associate pastors, and pastoral coordinates in late March. Collection results are scheduled to be published in the June issue of The U.P. Catholic Newspaper; so please send all contributions to the diocese no later than June 3 rd. ASH WEDNESDAY COLLECTION REMINDER Thank you for all those parishes that have submitted their Ash Wednesday Collection (Catholic Schools Collection). For those parishes that have not yet sent in this collection, please submit no later than April 15 th. We would like to disburse these monies to the schools by the end of April. BARAGA ASSOCIATION RAFFLE TICKETS The Bishop Baraga Association is hosting a raffle for a 1993 ruby red Corvette that was donated to the Association. Tickets are $50 each. Only 1,000 tickets will be sold. ALL proceeds will go to the Bishop Baraga Chapel project. As you know, this project was, and continues to be very important to Archbishop Sample. Raffle tickets will be available at the Secretary/Bookkeeper Workshop on May 1st. Anyone wishing to purchase a ticket from your parish can send their check with you that day. They should include the name, address and phone number they want listed on the ticket and place their check in a sealed envelope. If you have any questions please contact Len McKeen, Associate Director of the Bishop Baraga Association at OR lmkeen@dioceseofmarquette.org LEGACY OF FAITH: GRANT APPLICATIONS DUE MAY 1 The LOF board of directors invites all parishes and missions to apply for grant funding from Legacy of Faith, the Endowment Foundation of the Diocese of Marquette, for faith formation programs. The grant focus is on continuing the pastoral priorities for the New Evangelization, as outlined in the

8 Diocesan Communicator No. 4/2013 Page 8 of 9 pastoral letter, We Wish to See Jesus. Specifically, faith formation programs associated with three of the pastoral priorities will be considered: 1) Prayer, 2) The Sunday Eucharist, and 3) Listening to the Word. The board is encouraging applicants to plan programs and projects that build on previous faith formation programs, and have potential for long-range impact on the parish. Grant application materials were ed to all parishes and faith formation coordinators in mid-march. Materials are also available at Notification of funding decisions will be announced by May 31 and payment of grants may be made as early as November 15, CATHOLIC SERVICE AWARD NOMINATIONS DUE MAY 1 This award recognizes lifetime dedication and service to the Church. Act now to nominate someone you know who is committed to carrying out the mission of the Catholic Church and has demonstrated service and leadership in the Church, the community and beyond. Nominations are due by May 1, The guidelines and a nomination form can be found in Addendum #11 or at the following link: Catholic Service Award Guidelines and Nomination Form. A Bulletin Announcement is included at the end of this newsletter. 7 ESSENTIALS FOR A STEWARDSHIP PARISH Is your parish a stewardship parish? See Addendum #12 for helpful reminders. CAPITAL CAMPAIGN PROGRESS REPORT Would you like your families to see your parish and/or school featured in the upcoming 2013 "Our Faith in the Future" capital campaign report? I am looking for 4 to 6 brief stories with accompanying photos to demonstrate our stewardship of campaign proceeds. Please send Terri Gadzinski a voice message or an ASAP to let her know if you are interested, and she will be happy to follow up with you. Terri can be contacted at telephone or toll free at 1/800/ ext. #108 or her at tgadzinski@dioceseofmarquette.org. BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS WANTED: CATHOLIC SERVICE AWARD NOMINATIONS The Legacy of Faith Catholic Service Award recognizes lifetime dedication and service to the Catholic Church. Nominees must be committed to carrying out the mission of the Catholic Church in word and action, be an inspiration to others through sharing of time, talents and treasure with generosity and joy, and have

9 Diocesan Communicator No. 4/2013 Page 9 of 9 demonstrated significant service and active leadership in the Church, community and beyond. Nominations will be accepted through May 1 st. Further information and the nomination form can be found at or by contacting Terri at 906/ or tgadzinski@dioceseofmarquette.org MICHIGAN CATHOLIC ADVOCACY NETWORK Concerned about political matters that impact your Catholic faith? Join the Michigan Catholic Advocacy Network and receive alerts on issues such as the sanctity of human life, religious freedom, poverty, health care, education, marriage, families and children. Once a policy issue comes up in the State Legislature that impacts these areas, you will receive an providing background information and a request to contact your elected officials. It only takes a few moments, and the impact of your voice makes a difference in protecting the common good we all strive to promote as Catholics. Sign up with just a few clicks of the mouse at: The Catholic Legislative Network is an outreach of the Michigan Catholic Conference, the official public policy voice of the Catholic Church in Michigan. ADDENDA Addendum #1 - Women of the New Evangelization Information Addendum #2 - Hospitality Lecture Series Information and Registration Form Addendum #3 - Hospitality Lecture Series Flyer Addendum #4 Third Annual Faith Formation Coordinator Training Registration Form Addendum #5 - Michigan Catholic Advocacy Network Flyer Addendum #6 - Secretaries/Bookkeepers Workshop Agenda Addendum #7 - Benefits of Paycor Information Addendum # Priest Salary Schedule Addendum # Salary Guidelines for Church Ministry Employees Addendum # Benefit and Insurance Rate Information Addendum #11 Catholic Service Award Guidelines and Nomination and Form Addendum #12 7 Essentials for a Stewardship Parish

10 WOMEN S CONFERENCE DIOCESE OF MARQUETTE WOMEN OF THE NEW EVANGELIZATION Below is some information about the Women s Conference that you may find helpful in publicizing the event in your parish(es) and mission(s). The "Women of the New Evangelization" Catholic Women's Conference will take place on Saturday, April 27th at St. Peter Cathedral in Marquette, Michigan. Though billed as a "Catholic Women's Conference" interested non-catholics and even those of no faith at all are welcome to attend. Monsignor Ronald T. Browne, Moderator of the Curia for the Diocese of Marquette will present the first talk, which is entitled "Things I Learned From My Mother". Teresa Tomeo, a well known veteran broadcast-journalist, who has appeared on EWTN and has a regular radio program on Ave Maria radio will present two talks in the afternoon. Registration will open at 10:00 a.m. (all times Eastern) with the first talk commencing at 11:00 a.m. Lunch will be provided from 12:05-1:05, (the cost of lunch is included in the ticket price). Also, the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available throughout the day. The Conference will conclude with the 4:00 p.m. Vigil Mass, attendance at which will fulfill the Sunday obligation. Tickets are $30 until April 24, 2013 and $35 from April 25 th to the 27 th and at the door. For more information or to order tickets please contact Chuck Crotty at or by e- mail at: cbcrotty@chartermi.net. Thank you for helping to publicize this event.

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12 28 th Annual Hospitality Lecture Series Sponsored by the Offices of Faith Formation & Youth Ministry Diocese of Marquette Thursday May 30, 2013 Holiday Inn, Marquette MI 9:30 a.m. Registration 9:45 a.m. 2:30 p.m. (EDT) Twenty Years Later: The Catechism of the Catholic Church Presented by: The Most Rev. Leonard P. Blair Bishop of Toledo Chairman of the USCCB Subcommittee on the Catechism the Catechism of the Catholic Church provides a permanent record of the many ways in which the Church has meditated on the faith and made progress in doctrine so as to offer certitude to believers in their lives of faith. In its very structure, the Catechism of the Catholic Church follows the development of the faith right up to the great themes of daily life. On page after page, we find that what is presented here is no theory, but an encounter with a Person who lives within the Church. (Porta Fidei, 11) In this Year of Faith, the twentieth anniversary of the Catechism, Pope Benedict XVI has called Catholics to study the document and the truths contained in it. The Catechism is one of the most important fruits of the Second Vatican Council. THIS LECTURE IS FREE OF CHARGE. ($15 Optional Buffet Lunch) Registration by May 10 th is appreciated Make checks payable to Diocese of Marquette Mail to: Office of Youth Ministry 1004 Harbor Hills Dr. Marquette, MI For more information & reservations call (800) X 125 ggostomski@dioceseofmarquette.org Scan here for a registration form.

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15 Secretary/ Bookkeeper Workshop Wednesday, May 1, 2013 St. Peter Cathedral- Marquette, MI 9:15 AM to 2:45 PM ET 9:15 9:45 am Gather & Light Refreshments 9:45 10:00 am Welcome and Prayer Msgr. Ronald Browne 10:00 10:15 am General Updates Msgr. Browne/T. Thomas 10:15 10:45 am Panel Discussion on Common Payroll Provider - Paycor T. Thomas, H. Reilly, Paycor Representatives, P. Nardi 10:45-11:00 am Break 11:00 am 12:00 pm Payroll Demonstration Paycor Representatives 12:00 12:45 pm Lunch Catered from Casa Calabria 12:45 1:30 pm Payroll Conversion Process/Time Requirements Paycor Representatives 1:30 1:45 pm Break 1:45 2:30 pm PDS Training (Church Management Resource) Jeanne Penoyar 2:30 pm Adjourn

16 Benefits of Paycor Parishes and schools have the control of an in house payroll system with the convenience of outsourcing direct deposit, tax payments and filing responsibilities Parishes and schools have control and easy access to historical payroll and HR information Improved payroll security Deposit and file all federal, state and local taxes protecting you from missed deadlines and expensive penalties and interest that may result from mistakes or late payroll tax filings Improved capability for calculating correct taxes for each tax jurisdiction Web based hosting providing security and disaster recovery plans to ensure payrolls are processed timely Time savings that will free up staff for other duties Provides diocese wide reporting capabilities for healthcare and benefit providers

17 DIOCESE OF MARQUETTE ANNUAL SALARY SCHEDULE FOR PRIESTS (With Diocesan Assignments) Fiscal Year July 1, June 30, 2014 SALARY: The salary includes an amount for the social security equivalent and $3,000 in lieu of Mass offerings. All Mass offerings are for the support of the parish or institution that pays the priests salary. It is expected that the salary level is adequate to cover substantiated business expenses. ORDAINED PASTOR ASSOCIATE 0-5 years $25,594 $25, years 26,013 25, years 26,431 25, years 26,849 25, years 27,273 26, years 27,681 26, years 28,099 26, years 28,534 26, years 28,953 27, years 29,362 27, years 29,786 27,467 AUTOMOBILE MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT Priests are entitled to receive a per mile auto allowance for all business mileage driven at the IRS approved rate for that year (currently 56 1/2 cents per mile, effective Jan. 1, 2013 Dec. 31, 2013). Mileage reimbursement sheets are to be submitted to the parish/institution to receive the reimbursement. MISCELLANEOUS NON-SALARY ITEMS 1. Stole Fees are retained by the priest. The customary offering for weddings and funerals is $50. No one may be denied these sacramental services because of an inability to make an offering. A priest may not request more than the customary offering. 2. Moving Expenses are charged to the parish/institution from which the priest is leaving and are reimbursable for expenses actually incurred up to $ The Annual Retreat Allowance is equivalent to the Marygrove Retreat Fee (currently $225). 4. The Continuing Education Allowance is to be used for continuing education and ongoing formation and is reimbursable up to $1,000. This includes travel, meals, etc. Priests are to be reimbursed for actual expenses incurred, which are to be submitted to the parish/institution for reimbursement using the Priest Accountable Report. 5. Expenses incurred for Support Group Meetings and Spiritual Direction (mileage, meals, etc.) may be budgeted for and reimbursed by the parish or institution using the Priest Accountable Reimbursement Report. The annual allowance for these expenses is $500, reimbursable by the parish for actual expenses incurred.

18 Priests Salary Schedule Page 2 6. Physical Examination Allowance is charged to the parish/institution and is reimbursable for expenses actually incurred up to $150 above that which the health insurance plan covers. Reimbursement is through the use of the Priest Accountable Reimbursement Plan OFFERINGS FOR WEEKEND AND WEEKDAY ASSISTANCE: 1. The Bishops of the Province have determined and established that the Mass Offering will be $ Pastoral care should always be exercised so that the Mass intentions of the poor are not neglected. The Mass offerings are payable to the parish and not directly to the priests who are receiving $3,000 in lieu of Mass offerings (see above). 2. The reimbursement for weekend assistance in addition to the mileage and Mass Offerings is $50.00 per Mass for priests in senior status or for those without a parochial assignment. For priests with a parochial assignment, the reimbursement is $45.00 per Mass if the assistance is in addition to his own parochial duties and is $25.00 per Mass if the assistance is in place of his parochial duties. Mileage is paid at the current IRS rate. By law, a priest may retain the offering for only one Mass in a given day. Bination and trination offerings are retained by the parish by order of the Bishop (C. 951). Those priests who are receiving $3,000 in lieu of Mass offerings (see above) are not entitled to retain any additional Mass offerings for weekend or weekday Masses. 3. The reimbursement for weekday assistance is $20.00 per Mass plus mileage and Mass offering for those entitled to the Mass offering. 4. Reimbursement for the Sacrament of Penance is $20.00 plus mileage. 5. The maximum allowable for a live-in replacement during the absence of a pastor is the equivalent of the pastor s salary for the time of replacement. 6. Charity would dictate that special consideration should be given by those priests offering assistance to parishes, which have limited financial resources. The assistance scale outlined above may be burdensome for some parishes. A priest should not be denied the need for time away from the parish because of the parish s inability to meet this scale. The above schedule of Offerings for Weekend and Weekday Assistance was approved by the Priests Council and the Bishop of the Diocese of Marquette at the regular Priests Council Meeting of December 13, 2011 ******************* By means of this general decree, I hereby establish the above schedule as particular law within the ecclesiastical region of the Diocese of Marquette and as binding upon the faithful of the same Diocese of Marquette, according to the norms of the Code of Canon Law (1983). Date Most Reverend Alexander K. Sample Archbishop designate of Portland in Oregon Msgr. Ronald T. Browne Moderator of the Curia

19 DIOCESE OF MARQUETTE POLICY GOVERNING COMPENSATION FOR WOMEN RELIGIOUS The Diocese of Marquette has adopted the Market Value Model for Women Religious Compensation effective July 1, The Market Value Model pays Women Religious Compensation at the same level as comparable lay positions. A market value was established for various positions held by women religious serving in the diocese. Each of the various church ministry positions is discussed in the enclosed "Salary Guidelines for Women Religious." Most of the positions contain a low, mid-point and high salary range. The range was developed for the position to give units flexibility based on size and dependent on level of responsibility, experience and education of the individual. The policy guidelines include some provisions for the Market Value Model as proposed by the Tri-Conference Retirement Project of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops. These provisions include that housing and an automobile are the financial responsibility of the women religious and that fringe benefits will be compensated the same as for lay employees. See details under "Additional Guidelines" in the enclosed. Please note that Religious are not enrolled in FICA and MCC Retirement, but the Religious Congregation is compensated in cash. Religious Orders that choose not to abide by the Market Value Model by congregation policy are exempted from the Diocesan Guidelines. Attachment March 1996 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * By means of this general decree, I hereby establish these guidelines as particular law within the ecclesiastical region of the Diocese of Marquette and as binding upon the faithful of the same Diocese of Marquette, according to the norms of the Code of Canon Law (1983). Date Most Reverend Alexander K. Sample Bishop of Marquette Reverend Ronald T. Browne Moderator of the Curia

20 Teachers - DIOCESE OF MARQUETTE SALARY GUIDELINES FOR WOMEN RELIGIOUS CHURCH MINISTRY EMPLOYEES Fiscal Year July 1, June 30, 2013 Religious are placed on same salary scale as lay teachers at respective schools in the diocese. Diocesan Office Positions - Salary scale based on a market study is used for diocesan office positions. Directors of Faith Formation - Market value based on average of what is presently being paid to full time lay directors of religious education in the Diocese of Marquette. A range was developed for the position giving units flexibility based on size and dependent on level of responsibility, experience and education of the individual as follows: Salary Faith Formation Coordinator - Low $ 22,052 Mid-Point $ 28,556 High $ 33,130 Market value based on average of what is presently being paid to full time lay coordinators in the Diocese of Marquette. A range was developed for the position giving units flexibility based on size and dependent on level of responsibility, experience and education of the individual as follows: Salary Pastoral Coordinators - Low $ 18,045 Mid-Point $ 25,543 High $ 33,241 Market value is based on the guidelines for directors of religious education and small school principals because of similar education backgrounds and type of responsibilities. A range was developed for the position giving units flexibility based on size of parish and level of responsibility, experience and education as follows: Salary Low $ 22,129 Mid-Point $ 28,656 High $ 35,130

21 School Principals - Market value based on average of what is presently being paid to full time lay principals at large and small schools in the Diocese of Marquette. A range was developed for the position giving schools flexibility based on size and dependent on level of responsibility, experience and education of the individual as follows: Large School: Small School: Salary Low $ 51,628 Mid-Point $ 59,805 High $ 67,971 Salary Low $ 26,973 Mid-Point $ 29,428 High $ 31,884 Miscellaneous Ministries - All other positions were grouped into this category to include pastoral associates, outreach, etc. Market value was based on our best estimate of the "average" compensation presently being paid all religious in this category in the Diocese of Marquette. There are not enough lay people in full time ministry in this category to determine a meaningful average. A range was developed for this category giving units flexibility based on size and dependent on level of responsibility, experience, education and ministry of the individual involved as follows: Salary ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: Low $ 20,105 Mid-Point $ 29,265 High $ 38,383 The following are additional guidelines for a Market Value Model. 1. The Market Value Model states that housing and an automobile are the financial responsibility of the women religious. However, any reasonable agreement between the institution and religious community regarding automobile, housing and other expenditures can be acceptable under the market model. 2. Religious will be compensated with the same fringe benefits as lay employees, in accordance with local policy, i.e., FICA, retirement at 6.6% of salary, health insurance, etc. 3. Market value salaries will be adjusted annually for inflation. April 2013

22 BENEFIT & INSURANCE RATE INFORMATION FOR The following information reflects anticipated insurance and benefit costs for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014 Health Insurance Premiums will remain the same for parishes and schools. The actual monthly premium amounts: o Single $617 o Two person $1,333 o Family $1,564 Dental Insurance Premiums will remain the same parishes and schools. The actual monthly premium amounts: o Single $49 o Two person $92 o Family $120 Lay Short Term Disability Insurance Annual Premium will remain the same at $0.42 per $10.00 of benefit. (No change from current year). Lay Long Term Disability Insurance Annual Premium will remain the same at $0.49 per $100 of benefit. (No change from current year). Lay Life Insurance Premiums will remain the same at $0.28 per $1000 of coverage times 12. Eligible employees are covered at multiples of 1, 1½, and 2 times their gross annual wages. (No change from current year). Lay Unemployment Insurance Premiums is 1.5% times the first $12,000 of annual salary for all employees for calendar year 2013 and (No change from current year). Lay Employee Retirement is 7.1% of salaries paid to employees working twenty (20) hours or more per week for five (5) months or more during the year. Effective 7/1/2013. (Change from current rate of 6.6%). Social Security and Medicare Tax is 7.65% (6.2% and 1.45% respectively) of salaries paid for calendar year 2013 and (No change from current year for employers and employees). Property, Liability and Workers Comp. (PLF) Premiums will increase approximately 10%. Priest Salary information has been updated for and is posted on the diocesan website. Priest Health and Disability Premiums will be mailed to the parishes by MCC. Health & disability premiums are expected to remain the same for Priest Retirement Premium is expected to remain flat.

23 Catholic Service Award Nomination Information The Catholic Service Award was developed in the spirit and intent of the Legacy of Faith diocesan endowment fund to preserve and foster the Catholic faith in the Upper Peninsula. The award recognizes lifetime dedication and service to the Catholic Church. Criteria: May be given to a man or a woman; a priest, deacon, woman religious or a lay person All ages will be considered Significant demonstrated service to the Catholic Church including, but not limited to, the Diocese of Marquette Being a Bishop s Ambassador or donor to Legacy of Faith is not a requirement Qualifications: Committed to carrying out the mission of the Catholic Church in word and action An inspiration to others through sharing their time, talent and treasure with generosity and joy Demonstrated service and active leadership in the Church, the community and beyond Personal life and participation in parish endeavors is exemplary Respected member of the community enjoying the confidence of the parish, the community or region, and/or diocesan members For more information: Terri Gadzinski, Development Director, Diocese of Marquette, 1004 Harbor Hills Drive, Marquette, MI / tgadzinski@dioceseofmarquette.org / 906/

24 Catholic Service Award Nomination Form Deadline: Annually by May 1 Name Address City State Zip Phone Parish NOMINEE PROFILE: Please print or type. Add attachments to this form if more space is needed. Commitment to the mission - Describe your nominee s commitment to carrying out the mission of the Catholic Church in word and action. Please give examples of specific objectives and successful outcomes of your nominee s accomplishments. Inspiration/Service/Leadership Indicate how your nominee has been a good steward of their time, talent and treasure in service and active leadership in the Catholic Church, the community and beyond. Endorsements (quotes) from individuals whose lives have been influenced by your nominee: NOMINATOR INFORMATION: Name Address City State Zip Phone Parish Mail or fax nomination by May 1 to: Catholic Service Award Committee, Diocese of Marquette, 1004 Harbor Hills Drive, Marquette, MI (Fax: 906/ )

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