We commit TO LIVE AND PROMOTE, by means of a Pastoral de Conjunto (communion in mission), a MODEL OF CHURCH that is:  communitarian, evangelizing, and missionary, incarnated in the reality of the Hispanic people and open to the diversity of cultures, a promoter and example of justice,that develops leadership through integral education,THAT IS LEAVEN FOR THE KINGDOM OF GOD IN SOCIETY. (National Pastoral Plan for Hispanic Ministry)

 

Archdiocesan Pastoral Plan

 

The Archdiocesan Pastoral Plan for Hispanic Ministry was approved on September 16, 1991. This pastoral plan is based on the National Pastoral Plan for Hispanic Ministry approved in November 1987 by the U.S. Catholic Bishops. The five components are evangelization, integral education, social justice, youth, and leadership formation.

 

Archdiocesan Pastoral Goals

 

• Pastoral de Conjunto (Communion in Mission): Toward a Collaborative Ministry
• Evangelization and Spirituality: Toward an Inclusive Community
• Marriage and Family Life: Toward a New Strength
• Youth and Young Adults: Toward a Renewed Hope
• Education and Formation: Toward Empowerment for Leadership
• Social Justice: Toward Empowering the Poor

 

Other Services

These services are provided upon request by pastors and parish groups.

 

• Retreats for specific organizations or groups
• Presentations on specified themes
• Orientation of Hispanic Pastoral Councils