visualizing the values

Visualizing the Values

Our world is full of symbols and pictures that represent common words and actions

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Symbols and pictures can help visual learners internalize a

concept – especially if it relates to them personally

Symbols and pictures can also help people convey their feelings

about their environment.

System Values

• Service of the Poor• Reverence• Integrity• Wisdom• Creativity• Dedication

Service of the Poor:Generosity of spirit, especially for

persons most in need

Reverence:Respect for the Dignity

and Diversity of Life

Integrity: Inspiring Trust through Personal Leadership

Wisdom:Integrating Excellence and Stewardship

Creativity:Courageous Innovation

Dedication:Affirming the Hope and Joy

of our Ministry

Take a few moments to reflect:

• Think about how you see the values in action in your particular work environment: whether by you, or by a fellow employee.

• You may prefer to think about the values in action in your home environment.

• Choose one of these values; and draw a picture or symbol to represent that value as it relates to you.

System Values• Service of the Poor: Generosity of spirit,

especially for persons most in need.• Reverence: Respect and compassion for the

dignity and diversity of life• Integrity: Inspiring trust through personal

leadership• Wisdom: Integrating excellence and stewardship• Creativity: Courageous innovation• Dedication: Affirming the hope and joy of our

ministry

In Summary

Reflect on the visual images under each value and take them to heart. Each picture portrays a unique facet of that value. Putting the pictures together provides a well-rounded visual definition of what that value means – putting all six values together weaves a powerful image of how a System is living its Mission.