The Archdiocesan Pastoral Council is the collegial body which represents the entire people of God - clergy, members of religious congregations, and especially the laity.
The Council functions under the authority of the Archbishop and offers practical conclusions on pastoral matters, so that the life and activity of the people of God may be brought into greater conformity with the Gospel.
Ex Officio Members:
Archbishop of Portland in Oregon: Most Rev. Alexander K. Sample – President
Auxiliary Bishop, Vicar General: Most Rev. Peter Smith
Elected and Appointed Members:
Regional Representatives: Vicariate(s):
Ms. Maria Hernandez Albany-Corvallis/Santiam
Ms. Nancy Smith* Beaverton Suburban
Mr. Stephen Robinson Columbia County/North Coast
Mr. Mark Holman Downtown Portland/Southeast Portland
Mr. Gilberto Martinez East Ptld. Suburban/South Ptld. Suburban
Ms. Donna Charko Metropolitan Eugene
Ms. Guillermina (Guille) Romo Metropolitan Salem
Ms. Guadalupe (Lupe) Tellez Northeast Portland
Mr. Ron McGarrell South Coast
Ms. Annie Valtierra-Sanchez Southern Oregon
Ms. Arsenica (Arcie) Perez Tualatin Valley
Ms. Veronica Dillashaw West Portland Suburban
Mr. Jim Seymour Yamhill County/Marion County
*Re-elected for a second term
Appointed: Mr. Clint Bentz - Chair
Ms. Alicia Garcia
Clergy: Rev. Maxy D’Costa
Rev. Charles Wood
Deacon José Montoya
Religious: Sr. Teresa Harrell, SM
Sr. Agnes Clare Navarra, OSF