The Projects that flow from these strategies are

inspired by the spirit of Christian and Vincentian

mission. The Vincentian component arises from St.

Vincent's conviction that 'There is no better way to

assure our eternal happiness than to live and die in

the service of the Poor.” A man of prayer and action,

St. Vincent imitated Christ and served the Poor.

A mission-oriented strategy recognizes the Importance

of evangelizing each culture while respecting cultural

values. Fr. Pedro Opeka acknowledged this when he

said "Each people Is unique, with its culture and secular wisdom.”