The philosophy of the Saint Luke Institute is based on the call to heal as Jesus healed. We believe that all human life is sacred and that all persons are brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ. We recognize that all persons are unique and possess inviolable dignity and human rights which must be respected.

We believe that reconciliation with God, others and self comes about through a ministry which strives for the wholeness of the individual – spiritual, emotional, physical, and social – and that ministry to the spiritual needs of persons, whether as residents, family or staff, is integral to health care.

We affirm our relationship to the Roman Catholic Church and our identity as a Catholic Institution. We are committed to policies and procedures consistent with the teaching of the Church and assume responsibility for taking a prophetic stance in the face of conflicting societal values.

We respect the charisms and traditions of the religious communities and dioceses from which our residents come. We recognize and support their philosophy, beliefs and mission.

We believe that Jesus continues his healing ministry through us as we assist in the restoration of the health of our residents in a community of faith. An essential task in our health care ministry is to participate in the creation of a caring community among our brothers and sisters with whom and to whom we minister.

We believe every person’s participation – board members, staff, donors, volunteers and associates – is essential for the development of a Christian community and the implementation of Saint Luke Institute’s philosophy.

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