That all Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgendered Catholics will be welcome in their parishes and enrich the community with their gifts.

To fully integrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgendered Catholics into the life of the Parishes Around the Park.

• Inclusivity
• Hospitality
• Acceptance
• Reconciliation
• Solidarity

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops stated in their 1976 document To Live in Christ Jesus: A Pastoral Reflection on the Moral Life,“Homosexuals . . . have a right to respect, friendship and justice.  They should have an active role in the Christian community.”