Santa Teresa:

• exists for personal and small group live-in retreats and larger group spiritual formation opportunities
   
• articulates and promotes the Jesus Communion Mission vision as a key expression of Archdiocesan spirituality
   
• maintains an atmosphere of quietness conducive to prayer and reflection
   
• provides opportunities for spiritual direction, prayer and sacramental celebrations to accord with the needs of retreatants
   
• seeks to be a ‘powerhouse of prayer and spiritual nourishment’ for the life and mission of the Archdiocese
   
• cultivates a deep respect for the sacredness of creation and the beauty of the local environment as ‘gift’ from God to be enjoyed