Mission and Vision

Vision	St. Patrick's Catholic Church community will live the Gospel values so that others will come to know and love Christ by coming to know us
Mission	To immerse ourselves into the mystery of our beloved Faith by our adherence to the teachings and doctrines of the Catholic church … to love even when we don’t like … to speak the truth even if those around us turn away … to be willing to live a lifestyle true to our faith and not compromise in spite of multicultural and social challenges; proud to be an Catholic
Stewardship	“Well done, my good and faithful servant.  Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities “ (Matt 25:21)   1.  Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5:1-12) 2.  Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy 3.  Ten Commandments and Commandments of Church 4.  Magisterium (teaching authority) of the Church as expressed in the Catechism of the Catholic Church
Time	Give your best to God—not the rest to Him   1.  Spend time in prayer each day 2.  Attend Mass every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation 3.  Take advantage of the Sacraments 4.  Adopt the practice of reading a Catholic-grounded newspaper, magazine or visit a Catholic website 3 times a week 5.  To reach out and respond to the needs of Airmen, their families, our youth, and especially spouses of deployed personnel who are struggling to meet the increased demands of the mission 6.  Never be too busy for God or for those He might send in your direction 7.  Live today as if it was your last day on earth
Talent	Everyone has a talent to offer - Every pair of hands count   1.  Use your gifts.  If you can swing a hammer, use a screwdriver, sing, read, write, draw, cook, bake, teach, mop, etc., then there is an opportunity to help 2.  Families with or without young children can make a difference.  Be a role model for your children by sharing your talents 3.  Those who teach learn as much or more than those they instruct 4.  Christ has no hands but ours
Treasure	In your heart, you will find your treasure   1.  The military provides the place to worship.  We, the parish, must provide the services, the books and additional resources 2.  As able, work towards the biblical concept of tithing:  10% of what you receive, 5% to your parish and 5% to charities 3.  Children learn what they see and experience.  What would you save during a natural disaster, your money, your DVD, your pictures, your child ... ?