Our Mission and Vision

Dear Parishioners,

Together, in July 2018, we began a new adventure whereby we became the new Parish of Saint Josephine Bakhita. There have been challenges, but we must not forget, there have been many wonderful breakthroughs and triumphs. Therefore, we have been encouraged by Archbishop Blair to explore ways to build on the progress of growing a new and united community of faith. Moreover, to explore a process that would honor the past, appreciate the traditions and the gifts of both communities… while opening up new opportunities and build new traditions.

Therefore, we decided to use a process of strategic planning that would formally assist us in this exploration and continue our progress in building a community. A planning process that would offer opportunities to express our feelings about change, and yet, discover new ways of being an ever more vibrant and dynamic parish for decades and generations to come.

It is fortunate that Saint Josephine Bakhita was chosen to be our new patron and our inspiration. We especially hear her wisdom when she so elegantly says that “The Lord has loved me so much: we must love everyone… we must be compassionate!” Her simple words are awesome guideposts for our journey together as a new parish built on the foundation of love, respect, compassion and a common faith.

With the guidance of the Parish Pastoral Council, a steering committee was established that designed and implemented a strategic planning process which included focus groups, large group input sessions, visioning sessions, etc. I am ever so grateful to this committee for their commitment and time given to this process: Sr. Judith Carey, RSM, Lisa Orchen, Jo-Ellen Vendetti, Aaron Kostoss and Michael Camilleri.

Fr. George Couturier
Pastor