Please reflect on the new Vision Statement

Notice the new Parish Vision Statement on the front of the bulletin this week. It is shown above. Father Tim invites parishioners to take a moment to imagine the possibilities if we as a parish family had these words in mind in the day-to-day tasks and the broad functions of parish activity.

"We are not there yet, but we begin by having a vision and continually working toward it," said Father Tim in his notes in this week's bulletin. "Jesus had a vision, too, and we (the world) are still working on it. I ask you to reflect on these words and think about how you, your family members and your parish involvement, may be directed toward this vision.

"As I mentioned last week, I will soon be meeting with the Parish Leadership Council to help develop ways for St. Raphael to target this vision. As for now, I ask for your prayers, support and participation as we begin this vision process for the parish."