We, the Catholic community of St. Raphael, are a people being transformed into Christ.
We are a community given —
a generous people —
welcoming all, we embrace Christ’s mission to transform the world.
This year we will work to create a culture in our parish where each newcomer is met with a warm welcome and each parishioner actively embodies a spirit of hospitality as we . . .
· Warmly welcome one another at all times
· Draw all into the spirit of celebration
· Make facilities easily accessible
· Accommodate ministries to people’s schedules.
· Invite and integrate new parishioners into parish life.
· Become a neighbor to all we meet
— from St. Raphael Parish Vision Statement, 2005