St. Joseph
Health System

MISSION AND CORE VALUES

Out of reverence for the dignity of every person, we become the bearers of Good News, the restoring presence of Jesus in our world, the promise of a hope-filled tomorrow. We actualize this by being a healing presence as we care for the sick and the infirm, the aging and the disadvantaged in our society. This is at the heart of our ministry-to heal as Jesus did; it gives direction to everything we do.

How do we do it? Our values serve as guides and a measure of how we live out this fundamental mission. In harmony with the values of the sponsors of our health system, the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania, Ohio and our parent corporation, Franciscan Services Corporation, we strive to live the Franciscan core values of reverence, service, and stewardship.

REVERENCE
We believe that each person is created in God's image and likeness. Thus we treat each person with respect, justice, and dignity.    (examples)

SERVICE
We believe that each person is called to achieve full potential of mind, body and spirit To enable the fulfillment of that potential, we render service to all with sensitivity, compassion and commitment.    (examples)

STEWARDSHIP
We believe that we share responsibility to fulfill our specific role and to promote the proper utilization of the environment, of goods and services. This enables us to maintain quality relationships and care in our ministry.     (examples)