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Coming together as a team, let's take a moment to pause (10 secs), and let's begin with a quote from...
John 17: 22-23- "And I have given them the glory you gave me, so that they may be one, as we are one, I in them and you in me, that they may be brought to perfection as one, that the world may know that you sent me, and that you loved them even as you loved me."
And from...
Dorothy Day- "Food for the body is not enough, there must be food for the soul."
These quotes show the value of Spiritual Support. Spiritual Support is a great way to live Dignity, making it real in our lives today! So, as we reflect today, let's refresh our memories on the meaning of Dignity, and take a closer look at how Spiritual Support brings it to life.
Dignity
Dignity means, Respect for the worth of every person, recognition and commitment to the value of diverse individuals and perspectives, and special concerns for the poor and underserved.
We know there are many ways to live Dignity; so let's focus on just one, Spiritual Support.
Spiritual Support
Spiritual Support means, Bringing others peace and strength through prayer and emotional support.
So, let's ask ourselves this question ..
Do I believe attending to the spiritual needs of others contributes to their healing? Pause 20 sec before moving on.
I'd like to invite us all to make Spiritual Support a reality in our lives today by…
Finding the spiritual resource that meets the need of the situation.
Spiritual Support isn't new to CHRISTUS Health, in fact, we see this same type of Dignity in our heritage...
Did you know that a Clinical Secretary from CHRISTUS Muguerza, is known for being an emotional support for her whole department? She often simply sits with coworkers, patients, or family members, listening and providing a ministry of presence.
Heavenly Father, you know the needs of every person. I want to respect the faith life of each individual and nourish them with your love. Help me to embrace everyone as you do and offer them the spiritual support they need. Amen.
John 17: 22-23- "And I have given them the glory you gave me, so that they may be one, as we are one, I in them and you in me, that they may be brought to perfection as one, that the world may know that you sent me, and that you loved them even as you loved me."
And from...
Dorothy Day- "Food for the body is not enough, there must be food for the soul."
Dignity
Dignity means, Respect for the worth of every person, recognition and commitment to the value of diverse individuals and perspectives, and special concerns for the poor and underserved.
Spiritual Support
Spiritual Support means, Bringing others peace and strength through prayer and emotional support.
Do I believe attending to the spiritual needs of others contributes to their healing? Pause 20 sec before moving on.
Finding the spiritual resource that meets the need of the situation.
Did you know that a Clinical Secretary from CHRISTUS Muguerza, is known for being an emotional support for her whole department? She often simply sits with coworkers, patients, or family members, listening and providing a ministry of presence.
Heavenly Father, you know the needs of every person. I want to respect the faith life of each individual and nourish them with your love. Help me to embrace everyone as you do and offer them the spiritual support they need. Amen.
