Go and Make Disciples

There are certain values that are core to who we are as a parish and what we consider important. We call these our Heart Values. They are listed below.

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Evangelization

We recognize one another as gifts of God, inviting and inspiring all to become disciples of Jesus.

• Believe the teachings of the Church contained in the creed and catechism
• Be an example to others of someone trying to live the teachings of Jesus Christ
• Share your faith with your children and form them to be disciples
• Once a week, talk about some aspect of faith with co-workers, neighbors, or friends
• Commit my five percent tithe to assist with the work of the parish
• Meet one new member of the parish each year.

Worship

We joyfully celebrate Christ among us through full, active and vibrant worship.

• Attend and participate in Mass every Sunday to reconnect with God in the Body of Christ
• Attend Holy Day Mass
• Receive the forgiveness of God through Reconciliation at least once a year
• Spend at least 10-15 minutes a day in private prayer or reading scripture
• Pray before meals giving thanks to God for gifts received
• Attend at least one other prayer opportunity, i.e. Stations, Adoration, etc.
• Have a welcoming attitude toward others at Mass and in the parking lot

Charity/Justice

We go forth to love and serve, sharing our God-given gifts with each other and throughout the world.

• Ask for and receive help from others when you are in need
• Spend an average of one hour a week in service to parish or community
• Reflect on and pray about the service you have offered others
• Once a year engage your political leaders in concerns for justice
  

Formation

We embrace formation as a life-long journey of spiritual growth, individually and as a community.

• Read one book a year to learn more about the Catholic faith
• Attend one formation event a year, i.e. Lenten Mission, bible studies, SPIRITuality Alive
• Once a year teach someone younger than you about some aspect of following Jesus Christ
• Offer service at least once a year to the school, religious education, youth or athletic program
• Utilize the parish school, religious education and youth programs to assist you in the formation of your children