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St. John's Cathedral

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Mission Statement

We are a welcoming Eucharistic community committed to growing together as disciples of Jesus Christ. As both a parish and the Mother Church of the Archdiocese, we serve as a beacon of faith, a patron of the arts, and a haven and advocate for people who are poor and marginalized.

Value Statements

June 2011

The parishioners of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist value:

  • Liturgy and prayer that respects the broad tradition of the Church and invite full, active participation according tot he norms of Vatican II
  • Preaching that is vibrant and substantive, challenging and relevant
  • Music and the arts that inspire
  • Justice for all, in our parish, our community and our world
  • Spiritual formation and enrichment that enable people of all ages to understand, live, grow in, and share the Good News of the Catholic faith
  • Stewardship of time, talent and treasure that recognizes and utilizes the gifts of all for the common good
  • Hospitality that welcomes all and encourages personal relationships
  • Ministries of healing and wellness for the entire person - mind, body and spirit

Goals and Objectives

June 2011

Goal I Objectives: Continue to make liturgy the source and summit of Christian life for all who gather for prayer and worship.

  • Maintain and enhance the high quality music ministry of the parish
  • Provide ongoing education and spiritual formation for parishioners who serve in the liturgical ministries of the parish
  • Engage parishioners in full, active participation in liturgy and other worship experiences
  • Continue to provide substantial and inspirational homilies

Goal II Objectives: Provide opportunities and encourage and provide life-long faith formation and spiritual growth for all parishioners.

  • Develop a continuous RCIA process to encompass full parish participation and support
  • Provide updated theological education as it relates to personal, social and political issues
  • Create more opportunities for people of all generations to understand and be committed to the spirit and teachings of Vatican II
  • Offer opportunities for the downtown professional and business community to explore spirituality in the work place
  • Support Catholic East Elementary as our parish school and strengthen connections to the parish
  • Embrace East Side Child and Youth Ministry (ESCYM) as our parish program for Religious Education for public and private school students
  • Recognize community needs and offer supportive opportunities to address them

Goal III Objectives: Strengthen our commitment to evangelization.

  • Experience pride in our beliefs and invite others to share our faith
  • Encourage and facilitate faith sharing among parishioners
  • Model Christian hospitality in welcoming all who come to the Cathedral
  • Provide ongoing opportunities for active involvement of all parishioners in Cathedral events
  • Welcome and integrate new parishioners into parish life
  • Invite those who are searching or who are inactive to come home

Goal IV Objectives: Reach out and collaborate with others in service of the Gospel.

  • Create a collaborative environment for mutual support of business, civic, educational and religious entities in the downtown area to address social issues
  • In the spirit of ecumenism, collaborate with parishes and other faith communities in the Archdiocese
  • Through direct service and advocacy strive to eliminate the social ills caused by injustice
  • Strengthen our relationship with the National Shrine of St. Lucy, our sister parish in St. Lucia
  • Support the ministries of healing and wellness of mind, body and spirit
  • Build community with those we serve

Goal V Objectives: Promote full and active participation in stewardship of time, talent and treasure.

  • Consistently invite and educate parishioners to embrace comprehensive stewardship
  • Regularly show gratitude for parishioners' commitment to stewardship
  • Encourage personal commitment to stewardship

Goal VI Objectives: Enhance appreciation for and involvement in the sacred arts.

  • Partner with other organizations to continually promote the experience of the arts
  • Ensure diverse programming to appeal to a varied audience
  • Increase individuals' understanding and appreciation of sacred art
  • Offer educational opportunities and formational resources related to faith and the arts

Goal VII Objectives: Communicate with parishioners and the community at large.

  • Increase the visibility of our faith and parish and activities
  • Ensure communication using a wide variety of marketing methods
  • Utilize social media to provide points of contact for communication, collaboration and feedback


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