Role of the Office

The Office of Development and Properties supports the ministries of the Catholic Church in southern Missouri and promotes good stewardship of all diocesan physical assets.

The Director is responsible for conducting the diocesan Annual Bishop’s Appeal (known as the Diocesan Development Fund, or DDF).  Additionally, the Director communicates the importance of this campaign in order to provide the necessary resources for the ministries both at the diocesan and parish levels in cooperation with the Office of Communications.

In the second area of responsibilities, the Director insures that applicable Church and Civil law is followed on all issues relating to the management of Church assets. New construction, renovations, contracts, sales and purchases of property, capital campaigns, and insurance issues are among the primary areas of management or oversight.

The Director also facilitates the process of planned giving for Catholics considering making special gifts to the Church through wills, bequests, annuities, or other planned giving arrangements.

See also: Office of Finance page for grant info.