We believe that service is rooted in mutual care and support. By walking alongside each other, we commit to practicing compassionate kinship that honors the inherent dignity of all people.

We actively participate in the education and formation of the whole person, recognizing each of us are always both learner and teacher. We strive to cultivate curiosity, critical thought, and understanding of cross-cultural perspectives. We encourage lifelong learning and personal growth.

We embrace the possibility of a world marked by goodness and justice as well as the agency we have in creating it. We commit to find and nurture seeds of hope wherever we serve. 

We believe that humanity is interconnected with the natural world. Our service prioritizes the relationship of individuals and communities, alongside the stewardship of land and environmental systems. We are committed to sustainability and minimizing the harmful impacts of climate change.

We celebrate the full range of humanity and all of its uniqueness. People of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, faiths, and expressions are welcome in our community. We commit to equity, fairness, and embracing each individual’s limitless possibilities.

We recognize existing wisdom and power within the communities we serve and contribute to this foundation of established neighborhood trust. We listen and amplify unheard voices and together pursue a more just world.