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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 13: 34-35 I give you a new commandment: love one another. As I have loved you, so you also should love one another. This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.
and from
Thomas Merton The beginning of love is to let those we love be perfectly themselves, and not to twist them to fit our own image. Otherwise we love only the reflection of ourselves we find in them.
These quotes show the value of Courtesy. Courtesy is a great way to live Integrity, making it real in our lives today! So, as we reflect today, let's refresh our memories on the meaning of Integrity, and take a closer look at how Courtesy brings it to life.
Integrity
Integrity means, Honesty, justice, and consistency in all relationships.
We know there are many ways to live Integrity; so let's focus on just one, Courtesy.
Courtesy
I am known for kindness and empathy
So, let's ask ourselves this question...
Do I respect the personal space of others?
I'd like to invite us all to make Courtesy a reality in our lives today by...
Being aware of others' situation before approaching them.
Courtesy isn't new to CHRISTUS Health, in fact, we see this same type of Integrity in our heritage...
At Christus Spohn, an associate is very aware of his surroundings. He is always looking for ways that he can help others, whether it be patients, family members or staff. He understands the weaknesses in others and himself. He works to improve himself and strengthen those around him. This gift helps him understand how to approach people and he can start a meaningful conversation with anyone.
Father, Each person is a beautiful mystery from you. Help me be in the present moment and confident in knowing when to speak or when to give a person their personal space. Amen
John 13: 34-35 I give you a new commandment: love one another. As I have loved you, so you also should love one another. This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.
and from
Thomas Merton The beginning of love is to let those we love be perfectly themselves, and not to twist them to fit our own image. Otherwise we love only the reflection of ourselves we find in them.
Integrity
Integrity means, Honesty, justice, and consistency in all relationships.
Courtesy
I am known for kindness and empathy
Do I respect the personal space of others?
Being aware of others' situation before approaching them.
At Christus Spohn, an associate is very aware of his surroundings. He is always looking for ways that he can help others, whether it be patients, family members or staff. He understands the weaknesses in others and himself. He works to improve himself and strengthen those around him. This gift helps him understand how to approach people and he can start a meaningful conversation with anyone.
Father, Each person is a beautiful mystery from you. Help me be in the present moment and confident in knowing when to speak or when to give a person their personal space. Amen
