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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...
Deuteronomy 31: 8 It is the Lord who goes before you; he will be with you and will never fail you or forsake you. So do not fear or be dismayed.
and from
St. John Paul II Your sufferings, accepted and borne with unshakable faith, when joined to those of Christ take on extraordinary value for the life of the Church and the good of humanity.
These quotes show the value of Therapeutic touch. Therapeutic touch 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 Therapeutic touch 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 Stewardship; so let's focus on just one, Therapeutic touch.
Therapeutic touch
Remaining gentle in the presence of others
So, let's ask ourselves this question...
Do I see any value in the suffering that people must endure?
I'd like to invite us all to make Therapeutic touch a reality in our lives today by...
Encouraging others that Jesus is with them in their suffering.
Therapeutic touch isn't new to CHRISTUS Health, in fact, we see this same type of Dignity in our heritage...
At Christus Good Shepherd, an associate who greets each person as they enter and immediately shows them the love of Jesus. Suffering patients can be challenging but her kindness, and respect draws them in. She treats each person as a whole person which is as critical to their healthcare as any medicine and leaves a lasting impression.
Dear Jesus, With one look at the cross, we know that you experienced every one of our fears; pain, humiliation, loneliness and rejection. You understand our suffering and we believe you are with us in it. Increase our faith in the power of your presence. Amen.
Deuteronomy 31: 8 It is the Lord who goes before you; he will be with you and will never fail you or forsake you. So do not fear or be dismayed.
and from
St. John Paul II Your sufferings, accepted and borne with unshakable faith, when joined to those of Christ take on extraordinary value for the life of the Church and the good of humanity.
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.
Therapeutic touch
Remaining gentle in the presence of others
Do I see any value in the suffering that people must endure?
Encouraging others that Jesus is with them in their suffering.
At Christus Good Shepherd, an associate who greets each person as they enter and immediately shows them the love of Jesus. Suffering patients can be challenging but her kindness, and respect draws them in. She treats each person as a whole person which is as critical to their healthcare as any medicine and leaves a lasting impression.
Dear Jesus, With one look at the cross, we know that you experienced every one of our fears; pain, humiliation, loneliness and rejection. You understand our suffering and we believe you are with us in it. Increase our faith in the power of your presence. Amen.
