"The parish is where the Church lives. Parishes are communities of faith, of action, and of hope. They are where the Gospel is proclaimed and celebrated, where believers are formed and sent to renew the earth. Parishes are the home of the Christian community; they are the heart of our Church. Parishes are the place where God's people meet Jesus in word and sacrament and come in touch with the source of the Church's life."
—Communities of Salt and Light, p. 1
There are various ministries and organizations in the Parish that help in the growth and expression of the Faith. The Faithful are encourged to join in these Ministries to help build up the Body of Christ.