Seeking the heart of our mission, we, the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth during the next four years will deepen our understanding of and internalize the values of service, advocacy, and spirituality inherent in the Vincentian and Setonian tradition.

In solidarity with the economically poor, we commit ourselves corporately and individually to effect systemic change through education, advocacy, and collaboration. In particular; we commit ourselves:

	to use our resources and corporate connections to promote adequate health care for all persons;
	to name and work toward the elimination of oppressions against women and to promote the transformation of church and culture in the direction of equality;
	to counter the pervasive violence of our society through development of skills, strategies, and attitudes that embody peacemaking.

Faithful to the Mission, we commit ourselves to continue the conversations and examination of our life in community and the simplicity of our life-style. In response to the Jubilee call, we will actively pursue peace and reconciliation in our life in community.

This will be a collaborative effort among the General Superior, the General Council, the Coordinating Council, Mission Reflections Groups, local communities, and each member of the Congregation. Resources will be allocated as needed to carry out the work of this direction.

Approved: General Assembly of the Whole Congregation,
July 10, 1999
Reaffirmed: July 4, 2003

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