The Catholic Village Framework

Section 6

Institutional Governance

Sovereignty in Order: The Governance of the Catholic Village

A "Covenantal Entity" is required to shield communal assets from individual liability and external interference. The non-profit structure ensures that land and equipment are not fragmented by personal bankruptcies or legal judgments.

• 1
  Village Council Composed of the men of the community, responsible for local daily operations.
• 2
  Parish (Regional) Coordinates multiple villages and mediates disputes.
• 3
  National Association Preserves the integrity of the core principles across the network.

Tiered Meeting Rhythm

Asset Protection & Continuity

• Ownership: Residents generally purchase a home, but legally they are purchasing equity or a 99-year land lease in a housing cooperative. This prevents individual real estate speculation from destroying the community's affordability.
• Succession: The legal charter prevents the subdivision of communal land, ensuring the layout remains intact across generations.
• Local Control in Action: The tiered meeting rhythm ensures that governance remains local and collaborative.