Diocese of Camden Finance Council
The members of the Finance Council come from across the diocese and represent a variety of professions. The Finance Council is integral to the working of the diocese, and it bears a great deal of responsibility for the proper management of the finances and administration of the diocese and its associated entities.
The Code of Canon Law, as revised in 1983, obligates dioceses to establish and maintain a Finance Council as a consultative body with its members being appointed by the bishop. The bishop serves as the Chair, and a member of the council is selected to serve as the Vice-Chair. Members of the Finance Council are selected from among the “members of Christian faithful” and represent per-sons “who excel in necessary knowledge, prudence, and integrity.” The Finance Council has various committees that address specific issues, such as benefits and compensation, real estate, investments, legal, etc. These committees are chaired by a member of the Finance Council and can also include people who are not on the Finance Council. The bishop is required to seek the advice of the Finance Council in matters of importance, and the Finance Council itself is responsible for the annual preparation of a budget and an annual review of the diocesan financial report.
The Finance Council enjoys a great working relationship with Bishop Sullivan and the diocesan staff. Together, they are focused on accountability, transparency, and a holistic view of the diocese, as they seek to carry out the mission of the Church.
Members:
| Finance Council Member | Professional Title | Appointment Expiration Date |
| Mr. John Callaghan | Retired Team Leader Metro PA-NJ Middle Market Lending TD Bank NA | December 1, 2021 |
| Mr. Edward Merenda | Manager, Risk & Control Department Vanguard | December 1, 2021 |
| Mr. Joseph DiFilippo | Retired First Vice President – Investments / Financial Advisor | June 1, 2022 |
| Ms. Meg Worthington | Broker – Salesperson Stephen N. Frankel Real Estate, Inc. | March 15, 2023 |
| Rev. Msgr. Roger McGrath | Retired Priest Diocese of Camden | April 1, 2023 |
| Ms. Mary Hennessy | Independent Consultant and Public and Private Company Board Director | February 1, 2025 |
| Rev. Jon Thomas | Pastor, Christ the King Parish, Haddonfield Diocese of Camden | July 15, 2025 |
| Mr. Patrick McGrory | Financial Advisor Krzywicki, McGrory & Associates A financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services | April 1, 2026 |
| Rev. Joseph Perreault | Retired Priest Diocese of Camden | April 1, 2026 |
| Mr. Neil McPeak | Managing Director – Investments McPeak Wealth Management Group Of Wells Fargo Advisors | May 1, 2026 |
| Deacon Fernando Encarnado | Finance Department Naval Shipyard | June 1, 2026 |
| Fr. Robert Hughes | Vicar General/ Moderator of the Curia Diocese of Camden, NJ | No expiration – Staff Member |
| Mrs. Laura Montgomery | Secretary of Administration and Finance Diocesan Finance Officer Diocese of Camden | No expiration – Staff Member |