St. Catherine of Siena Church - Emilia Vanderwerf: St. Catherines has the most amazing mission statement I have ever seen for a Catholic Church: "No matter what your present status in the Catholic Church, your current family or marital situation, your past or present religious affiliation; no matter what your personal history, age, background, sexual orientation, gender, race, or color; no matter what your self-image or self-esteem: YOU are invited, welcomed, accepted, loved, and respected at St. Catherine of Siena Church in Ithaca, New York." They are absolutely living out Christs example of being welcoming to all! Father Joe and parishioners are so personable and involved. It feels like family.
