My Mission
My mission is to learn, teach and give.
I am a product more of my decisions and choices than of conditions. I do not allow present circumstances or past conditioning to determine my responses to the challenges that I face.
I choose to focus on the positive, to work within my circle of influence, to act directly on the things that I can do something about and so reduce my circle of concern.
I learn by studying the great works.
I learn from a wide variety of sources; from books, films, video and audio programs, from the Bible and Christian works; from examples, changemakers, gate keepers, teachers, and from all of life itself.
From all that I learn, I teach and give to those in need as much as I can.
I seek risks for I learn from them and I grow with each success--and also with each failure.
I do not let fear of failure discourage me for I believe that success is just failure turned inside out. I bring interest, enthusiasm, curiosity, talent, and joy to all that I do..
I am friendly and outgoing, always speaking first, putting my hand out to make everyone feel welcome.
I am fair in all things, with the courage to do what is right balanced against the consideration of others.
I accept responsibility for my own actions, not blaming others or finding excuses.
I have deep respect for nature and I leave the world a better place each time I have the opportunity.
Through my belief in Christ, dedication to my mission, prayer and deep belief in what can be accomplished when we work together I make commitments to the principles and beliefs I hold.
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46, verse 1.
Stephen J. Payne
