Archdiocese of Chicago is a grass roots association, founded in 1983, dedicated to pastoral ministry within the Archdiocese of Chicago, and committed to an inclusive model that seeks collaboration and mutuality in mission and ministry.

Open to pastoral associates currently certified by the Archdiocese of Chicago.
Membership entitles the individuals to voting rights, scholarship awards for both general studies and PAAC conferences, mailings, resources and educational opportunities of the Association, discounts on PAAC conferences and workshops and eligibility to serve on the coordinating board.

Open to those working toward certification as a pastoral associate in the Archdiocese of Chicago and professional colleagues in pastoral ministry.  Affiliate members may include pastoral associates outside the Archdiocese of Chicago.
Membership entitles the individuals to discounts on PAAC conferences and workshops, scholarship awards for PAAC conferences, mailings and resources provided by PAAC and eligibility to serve on the coordinating board.

Open to any person interested in PAAC.  Supporting members recieve all PAAC mailings and invitations to PAAC functions.