Mission Statement & Parish Objectives

Mission Statement of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist

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

Objectives:

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

Objectives:

• 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: Strengthen our commitment to evangelization.

Objectives:

• 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: Reach out and collaborate with others in service of the Gospel.

Objectives:

• 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: Promote full and active participation in stewardship of time, talent and treasure.

Objectives:

• Consistently invite and educate parishioners to embrace comprehensive stewardship

• Regularly show gratitude for parishioners' commitment to stewardship

• Encourage personal commitment to stewardship

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

Objectives:

• 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: Communicate with parishioners and the community at large.

Objectives:

• 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