Last Reviewed: 12/29/2017
Purpose
Define the Deanery Structure in the Archdiocese, which has existed in the Archdiocese since 1974.
Policy
- Parishes are assigned to a geographic Deanery by the Archbishop. The Archbishop may make changes to the Deanery structure after consultation with the Presbyteral Council. In making alterations to the structure, several factors will be considered, including: the homogeneity of the population; shared topographical characteristics; historical and geographical proximity of Parishes; and facility in organizing regular meetings of the Clergy.
- A Parish may petition to be assigned to another Deanery by the Pastor making a written request to the Archbishop.
- A priest is a member of only one Deanery.
- Attached to this policy is the most recent configuration of the Deanery structure.
