Diocesan Governance Commission begins work on strategic plan for Diocese of Covington

The Diocesan Governance Commission began the final stage of a strategic planning process for the Diocese of Covington on Sept. 12. Bishop John Iffert welcomed approximately 200 volunteers to the first meeting at Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium to discuss the future structure and work of the diocesan Curia.

The commission will examine how diocesan offices serve parishes, schools, and ministries across Northern Kentucky. Members will focus on four specific areas: departments and ministries, finance, revenue and allocations, shared services, and communications. This group follows three previous commissions that addressed Catholic Charities, Catholic schools, and the establishment of a Catholic Foundation.

The initial meeting included a session on strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, which began with 45 minutes of prayer known as spiritual conversation. The commission is scheduled to meet through December, with all planning commissions set to gather for a closing Mass and meeting in January.