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| |  MISSION STATEMENTIn the tradition of Saints Francis
and Clare, Franciscan Mission Service prepares and supports Catholic
lay people for a mission of presence and service in solidarity with
poor communities overseas. This transformational experience equips our
women and men for a lifelong mission of social change in North America.CORE STATEMENTSThese seven statements identify the core belief system from which we operate. They define the “soul” of FMS and inspire the work that we do.
- We believe in the transforming power of Christ’s love in the world
- We provide cross-cultural and theological mission formation
- We promote Catholic Social Teaching as central to our faith and service
- We support a “ministry of presence” according to the Franciscan charism
- We have confidence in the wisdom of poor communities
- We believe in the possibility to transform North American people and society through our Returned Missioners
- We invest in partnerships to build global community
OUR LOGO
The logo is our own version of the Tree of Life. It is formed of images of hope, partnership, and growth.
- The tree trunk is made up of two people coming together, symbolizing the emphasis on partnership that defines our approach to mission.
- The different colors of the "people" comprising the trunk symbolize the diverse global community which we seek to build.
- The tree itself symbolizes the growth, transformation, and life that flow from Christ’s love at work in the world, as well as the overall Franciscan commitment to the integrity of all creation.
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