Rooted in our shared values and centering love,
at Summer Institute we covenant to …

Seek Justice
by dismantling patterns of exclusion and oppression, especially but not only racism, ableism, and transphobia, within and beyond ourselves and our community.

Practice Equity
by creating access for all
and responding to diverse needs with care.

Embrace Transformation
by staying open to growth, change,
and creative possibilities.

Honor Pluralism
by lifting our many voices and listening with reverence,
knowing each person is a holy part of our shared community.

Live Interdependence
by sharing our gifts, caring for one another, respecting boundaries,
and responding to harm through our covenantal processes.

Act with Generosity
by leading with love, offering grace in moments of conflict,
respecting our host location, and giving freely of ourselves.

This is both our promise and our prayer …
to co-create the community “magic” that makes Summer Institute a living blessing, renewed each year by our love, commitment, and gathering in beloved community.

Approved at CERSI 2025