Orientation

Today I had my new hire orientation for Providence Health Services. The very first thing you learn is how to leave, next they shared about the fitness centers and 3rd came the pharmacy talk and that was the first time the crowd clapped at the end of a presentation.

That's right we clap for drugs.

Mission
As people of Providence, we reveal God's love for all, especially the poor and vulnerable, through our compassionate service.

This statement touches my personal life values and perhaps could be my own mission statement.

Core Values
Respect~All people have been created in the image of God (Genesis 1:27)
Compassion~Jesus taught and healed with compassion for all. (Matthew 4:24)
Justice~This is what the Lord requires of you: act with justice, love with kindness and walk humbly with your God. (Micah 6:8)
Excellence~Much will be expected of those who are entrusted with much. (Luke 12:48)
Stewardship~The earth is the Lord's and everything is in it. (Psalm 24:1)

This may be from a business but I really do want these core values and mission statement to be evident in my life. Perhaps for the first time I have come to work somewhere that will value me. That will treat me with compassion and respect. A place where I can thrive because my values line up with the mission and values of my employer.

Have you ever thought about your core values? I invite you to share with us your life mission and personal values.