The mission of the Historic Gloria Dei Preservation Corporation is to preserve, restore, renew, and maintain the historic Gloria Dei (Old Swedes) Church Philadelphia buildings and grounds, including:
* Setting a long range restoration plan and providing preliminary research
* Fundraising to provide financial resources for the restoration plan and providing preliminary research
* Oversee restoration and maintenance work over a long range period
* Nurture and support efforts to improve the quality of urban life
* Maintaining a space in which service, support, and other groups can function comfortably
* Maintain a sanctuary, or safe place where people can be heard and can find support.
* Encourage creative and performing arts that enrich the community.