RESPECT
All people have been created in the image of God - Genesis 1:27
- We welcome the uniqueness and honor the dignity of every person
- We communicate openly and we act with integrity
- We develop the talents and abilities of one another
COMPASSIONJesus taught and healed with compassion for all - Matthew 4:24
- We reach out to people in need and give comfort as Jesus did
- We nurture the spiritual, physical and emotional well-being of one another and those we serve
- We embrace those who are suffering
JUSTICE This is what the Lord requires of you: act with justice, love with kindness and walk humbly with your God - Micah 6:8
- We believe everyone has a right to the basic goods of the earth
- We strive to remove the causes of oppression
- We join with others to work for the common good and to advocate for social justice
EXCELLENCE Much will be expected of those who are entrusted with much - Luke 12:48
- We set the highest standards for ourselves and for our ministry
- We strive to transform conditions for a better tomorrow while serving the needs of today
- We celebrate and encourage the contributions of one another
STEWARDSHIPThe earth is the Lord’s and all that is in it - Psalm 24:1
- We believe that everything entrusted to us is for the common good
- We strive to care wisely for our people, our resources and our earth
- We seek simplicity in our lives and in our work.