To reveal the depth and beauty of Christian truth through Catholic sacred art

To assist pastors and families in forming the faithful in the appreciation of the role of beauty

To organize spiritual retreats for artists, pastors and/or associates

To work under the spiritual direction of a chaplain

To require that members abide by the norms and decisions of ecclesial authority regarding sacred arts.

To educate artists regarding the traditions and norms of Catholic sacred art

To educate artists on current and traditional methods, materials and techniques

To foster apprenticeship programs and mentoring

To cooperate with schools, colleges and seminaries regarding education on the value and nature of Catholic sacred art

To organize occasional workshops, classes and talks for members, parishes and schools

To establish a directory of artists, architects, conservators and tradespeople involved in the sacred arts

To catalogue the works of member artists

To establish shared studio space available to members

To provide support for members in their professional development through such means as a mentor list

To foster communication among members

To encourage collaboration among artist members

To provide referrals and information resource exchange among members

To pursue those activities, which promote the professional and fraternal benefit of the members of the society and its members

To cooperate with the Archdiocesan Sacred Arts Commission

To cooperate with other organizations that promote Catholic sacred art

To provide referrals and information/resource exchange among members

To organize exhibits and sales for works that exemplify Catholic sacred arts

T o establish a gallery/museum for the exhibition and preservation of works of sacred art from the Catholic tradition