Examples of some of our Character Traits:

Compassion

Definition: Investing whatever is necessary to heal the hurts of others.

I Will:

*Stop to help

*Listen when others want to talk

*Give of my resources to help those in need

*Look for lasting solutions

*Comfort others without regard to race, gender, faith, age or nationality

Attentiveness

Definition: Showing the value of another by giving him/her my full concentration.

I Will:

*Look at people when they speak to me

*Ask questions if I do not understand

*Sit or stand up straight

*Not draw attention to myself

*Keep my eyes, ears, hands, feet, and mouth from distractions

Obedience

Definition: Cheerfully carrying out the directions and wishes of those who are responsible for me.

I Will:

*Obey my authorities immediately

*Have a cheerful attitude

*Complete all I am expected to do

*Not complain

*Go the Extra Mile

Dependability

Definition: Fulfilling what I consented to do even if it means unexpected sacrifice.

I Will:

*Keep my word

*Be careful what I promise

*Correct my mistakes

*Pull my share of the load

*Not have a bad attitude

Hospitality

Definition: Cheerfully sharing food, shelter, and friendship with others.

I Will:

*Welcome visitors

*Make others feel important

*Prepare for guests

*Gladly share my things

*Not expect anything in return

Orderliness

Definition: Arranging myself and my surroundings to achieve the greatest efficiency.

I Will:

*Pick up after myself

*Keep my work and play areas clean and neat

*Put things back where they belong

*Use things only for their intended purposes

*Return lost things to their rightful owners

Availability

Definition: Making my own schedule and priorities secondary to the wishes of those I serve.

I Will:

*Put others ahead of myself

*Find a way to help, not a way to hide.

*Be ready when I am called

*Be glad for the chance to serve

*Check with the right person before I make commitments

Creativity

Definition: Approaching a need, a task, or an idea from a new perspective.

I Will:

*Use my talents for good

*See things from more than one perspective

*Use principles to solve problems

*Learn all I can

*Look for new ways to be a person of character

Punctuality

Definition: Showing esteem for other people and their time.

I Will:

*Be at the right place at the right time

*Prepare for unexpected delays

*Do my work ahead of time

*Plan a daily schedule and keep it

*Not fall into the trap of -just one more-

Determination

Definition: Purposing to accomplish right goals at the right time, regardless of the opposition.

I Will:

*Set goals

*Make sure my goals are right

*Ignore distractions

*Not be discouraged by others

*Face problems head-on