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Diocese of California American Catholic Church

As an Open and Affirming Community of Faith with open arms in the face of these realities and the Divine Hope expressed by Jesus our Christ, we, the laity, and clergy of The Diocese of California American Catholic Church, commit ourselves:

To seek the Unity of God’s love and wisdom for All, believing that God’s Spirit will complete what was prayed for by Jesus and the subsequent work done “by human hands” in his name.

To service of others in whatever ways present themselves to us as individuals and as a community, believing that God’s Spirit moves continuously throughout creation, and the gifts, talents and opportunities we embrace and share.

To creating community among ourselves in order to better discern and nurture God’s call and our ability to minister.

To build communities, formal and informal, in the world that exemplify the Good News message of hospitality and welcome, regardless of the realities of people’s past, present or future.

To break down artificial barriers, welcoming to the Gospel and ministry all people of good will. This is particularly to be expressed in our openness to share ordination, once a call has been tested, with women as well as men, with married as well as single persons, and regardless of a candidate's sexual orientation or gender identity. We are not limited to any ideology, worldview or philosophy other than those proscribed and prescribed by the Gospels, recognizing Jesus’ proclamation of Truth, Justice and Compassion for all, and his practice of radical table hospitality and communion.

We seek to embrace therefore all Christians, non-Christians, and people of goodwill everywhere, and, while not blurring the differences, we respect the truth that exits in all religions.