Mission Statement

We belong to the international community of Friars Preachers, called by the Roman Catholic Church to evangelize in the name of Jesus Christ, especially in the Western United States and in some foreign missions.

In cities and university communities particularly, we manifest special concern for faith issues, justice, peace, and outreach to those not touched by the Church’s common ministry.

Our distinctive Dominican charism is nourished by our common life in priories, which sustains liturgical prayer, encourages simplicity, fosters contemplative study, and guarantees democratic government.

-Twenty-third Provincial Chapter January 28, 2007