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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 20:21 So Jesus said to them again, Peace be with you; as the Father has sent Me, I also send you.
and from
St. Gianna Beretta Molla The secret of happiness is to live moment by moment and to thank God for all that He, in His goodness, sends to us day after day.
These quotes show the value of Responsibility. Responsibility 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 Responsibility 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 with Dignity; so let's focus on just one, Responsibility.
Responsibility
Take ownership and hold myself accountable
So, let's ask ourselves this question...
How am I responsible for a person's dignity?
I'd like to invite us all to make Responsibility a reality in our lives today by...
Realizing that every person I encounter was sent to me by God for healing.
Responsibility isn't new to CHRISTUS Health, in fact, we see this same type of Dignity in our heritage...
At Christus Good Shepherd, an associate worked with a patient who had a long drug abuse history, She thought a new treatment plan would help and persistently communicated her findings. Upon new orders, he improved right away and was discharged. This associate truly believes that she is part of the healing ministry of Jesus.
Jesus, Healing comes in many ways and all the gifts you have given me help in someone's healing. From the moment a person is welcomed to the moment they leave our care, healing is happening physically, spiritually, and emotionally. Thank you for choosing me to be your instrument. Amen.
John 20:21 So Jesus said to them again, Peace be with you; as the Father has sent Me, I also send you.
and from
St. Gianna Beretta Molla The secret of happiness is to live moment by moment and to thank God for all that He, in His goodness, sends to us day after day.
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.
Responsibility
Take ownership and hold myself accountable
How am I responsible for a person's dignity?
Realizing that every person I encounter was sent to me by God for healing.
At Christus Good Shepherd, an associate worked with a patient who had a long drug abuse history, She thought a new treatment plan would help and persistently communicated her findings. Upon new orders, he improved right away and was discharged. This associate truly believes that she is part of the healing ministry of Jesus.
Jesus, Healing comes in many ways and all the gifts you have given me help in someone's healing. From the moment a person is welcomed to the moment they leave our care, healing is happening physically, spiritually, and emotionally. Thank you for choosing me to be your instrument. Amen.
