Go and Make Disciples
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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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Our Heart Values
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Our Expectations
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Evangelization
 We
recognize one another as gifts of God, inviting and inspiring all to become
disciples of Jesus.
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- 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.
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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
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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
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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
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