Mission and Values

St. Thomas More Newman Center Mission Statement:  

We are a welcoming community for Catholic faith, fellowship, and service at The Ohio State University. We foster an atmosphere within which all can develop their Catholic identity and live as committed disciples of Jesus Christ.

St. Thomas More Newman Center Statement of Values:

The mission of our community is shaped by these values:

1. The Mission Direction Statement of the Paulist Fathers

• Evangelization
• Reconciliation
• Ecumenism
• Interfaith dialogue
• Collaboration

2.  Empowered by the Spirit (USCCB document on Campus Ministry)

• Forming the Faith Community
• Appropriating the Faith
• Forming the Christian Conscience
• Educating for Justice
• Facilitating Personal Development
• Developing Leaders for the Future
• Promoting Discernment and Vocations

3. Stewardship and Young Adults (USCCB, 2003)

• We work as partners with God in the redemption of the world.
• We respect human life and dignity.
• We protect the natural environment.
• We share our gifts (time, talents, and treasures) with others.
• We communicate our enthusiasm.