Mission-Vitality Connnection

The vitality of an institution is in its roots. For instance, the vitality of a tree is in its roots. The entire tree may be cut down, and shoots of new growth can be seen weeks later emerging from the roots. So, the new physician to understand the vitality of St. Vincent Hospital, for example, they must understand its roots. The roots are in the loving ministry of Jesus as healer. These are key words: “loving”, “ministry”, and “healer”. Invite the new physician to spend some time thinking about what those terms imply for thier practice. Invite them to consider how physicians express love at the bedside or at the nurse’s station? Ministry is about serving. How can you best serve those around you, including your family? What does it mean to be a healer?