As the offical magazine for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Austin, the Catholic Spirit provides information, education and formation for the catholic Community of Central Texas. This mission calls for the magazine:
- to provide readers with an understanding of our Catholic faith and traditions;
- to be a primary source of information on Catholic issues relevant to the community;
- to be a unifying element for faith communities, both rural and urban, throughout Central Texas;
- to show respect for and appreciation of all cultural groups and traditions; and
- to emphasize topics affirming the Catholic community and life, while acknowledging the humanity of the community and examining, with courage, topics that challenge and encourage growth in the faith.