Why we do what we do

Spirituality
and
Mission
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We want our lives to make a difference. We affirm and support the fundamental capacity of all persons to be in relationship with God and with one another in the human community. We commit ourselves to follow Jesus Christ by the concrete pursuit of Gospel values in this world: Justice, the on-going need for reconciliation and the active cultivation of compassion. We know ourselves to be bonded with all those who sincerely hope for a more human life for all people.

At the heart of the world we recognize in Faith the dynamic presence of God. By our entire life as well as by our words, we desire to help all persons encounter God. Therefore, we work to establish mutual respect among ourselves and among all people, so that the absolute value of every human being, especially the poor and the neediest be recognized.

We seek to witness Gospel values in a dialogue which is open to present day problems. Therefore, we continually strive to deepen our life of faith as well as to develop our personal gifts. Thus, we desire that the living knowledge of God, attachment to the person of Jesus Christ and fidelity to the action of the Spirit are continually deepened within us.

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