The Vicar General assists the Bishop in the administration of the Diocese.
The Vicar General works collaboratively with the directors of several diocesan departments and has immediate oversight over the following departments:
Human Resources Office of Stewardship and Development Major Gifts Office Diocesan Cemeteries Office of Marriage, Family Planning & Respect Life African Ministry Hispanic Ministry Youth Ministries & Young Adults Office of Facilities Management Office of Victims Services Catholic Schools Office Office of Religious Education Lay Parish Leadership Ongoing Priestly Formation Evangelization Committee Pastoral Planning Committee Sacramental Preparation