Community of Saint Peter
Mission & Values
Our Mission:
The Community of St. Peter is an independent, intentional Eucharistic community in the Catholic tradition. Our sharing of the Eucharist and the Word challenges us to live the message of Jesus.
Our Values:
Liturgical Life: Worshiping together is central to the life of our community. Through our liturgies we are nourished, empowered and commissioned to do God's work in our world.
Social Justice: We work to promote peace and nonviolence. We stand in solidarity with the poor and the marginalized.
Spirituality: Our community seeks to grow in spiritual vitality and in contemplative presence.
Gospel Inclusivity: We welcome all to the Eucharistic table and to our sacramental life. We prioritize inclusivity in our language and in the understanding of Scripture, doctrine, and tradition. We embrace the equality and inclusion of all genders in all church ministries.
Education: We deepen our knowledge and our commitments through education of our members and the wider community.
All creation: We commit to wise stewardship and sustainable practices to protect and to heal the natural world.
The Arts: We celebrate the arts for their creative and sacred power.
Commitment to our City: Our history and our presence in Cleveland call us to accompany, to work with, and to advocate for our neighbors in need.
Community: We value time together, promote bonds of personal support, and work together, sharing our gifts.
Ecumenical and Interreligious Dialogue: We honor the gifts of all faith communities and seek greater understanding of and cooperation with them.