Mass and launching of the Vision and Mission Statement of the Salvatorian Collaborators on Friday April 13, 2012

Close to one hundred Collaborators from New South Wales and Western Australia met at the Salvatorian Community House Currambine, for a special Mass of the launching of the Salvatorian Collaborators Vision and Mission Statement.

The main celebrant was Father Leonard Macionczyk SDS, Director of the Salvatorian Collaborators in Australia. Priests who concelebrated together with Father Leonard were: Father Karol Kulczycki SDS, Regional Superior of the Salvatorians in Australia, Father Bronislaw Pietrusewicz SDS, Vice-Superior of the Australian Region, and Father Emil Ciecierega SDS, Chaplain of the Aboriginal Catholic Ministry.

Before the launching ceremony and after the Gospel, Father Leonard gave a homily. He outlined the history of the Salvatorian Collaborators in Australia and pointed out the important milestones along the way. Father Leonard also expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the present and past members of the Salvatorian Collaborator Leadership Team for their hard work and dedication. In his homily, he also thanked all parishioners, who have been collaboratively working hand in hand with the Salvatorian Priests in proclaiming the good news of the Gospel.

The Salvatorian Collaborators in Australia have come a long way since their humble beginnings in 2006. The Vision and Mission Statement as well as the Core Values give the Salvatorian Collaborators in Australia clear guidelines and direction for their future growth. Now inspired by the Holy Spirit and the example of the Founder, Father Francis Mary of the Cross Jordan, they are able to work collaboratively with the Salvatorian Priests in Australia whilst actively helping others to know and love Jesus Christ our Saviour.

The inspiring music was provided by the choir from Ocean Reef parish led by Thierry Venaille.

The evening concluded with tea and coffee and a special celebratory cake that was enjoyed by all.