Our Mission and Core Values

Our Mission

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

Our mission is carried out by employees, volunteers, physicians and others who work together in a spirit of service that reflects our core values.

Core Values

Providence's core values are respect, compassion, justice, excellence and stewardship.

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.

Compassion

Jesus 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.

Stewardship

The 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.