Holy_Cross_Mission

With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the people of the
Parish of the Holy Cross, will strive to work together to
achieve the following ideals:

To create an environment of Hospitality: where all people of every age, sex, and background
are always welcomed and treated with the dignity of a child of God. A welcoming
environment will foster a sense of belonging and will encourage ownership, responsibility and
empowerment as these principles relate to the life of the parish. A spirit of hospitality will also
support a sense of acceptance. Gifts will always be valued and encouraged, shortcomings
forgiven and spirits healed:

PARISH OF THE HOLY CROSS

To create an environment where Love of God and Love of community are fostered: where
a relationship with God and relationship with our brothers and sisters are intertwined, and
where Worship and Service in the name of God go hand in hand.

To create an environment of Service: that responds to the spiritual, physical, and emotional
needs of the community and beyond the parish in a compassionate and non-judgmental manner;

Let All Who Enter Be Welcomed as Christ

To create an environment of Growth: where renewal and enrichment are encouraged on a
personal, spiritual and relational level through liturgy, prayer, spiritual excercises, education and
fellowship: