The Dignity of Works and Rights of Workers

Examples of workers whose dignity is often overlooked

janitor, farmworker, and nurse

Colossians 3:23

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men.

Some ways to show dignity to customers

professionalism, effective communication, customer service, problem solving, honesty and integrity, knowledge of products/services

Rights vs. Responsibilities

Rights are freedoms we have that are protected by our laws, while responsibilities are duties or things that we should do.

Compendium

Authentic economic well-being is pursued also by means of suitable social policies for the redistribution of income.

Rights of Workers

Fair Wadges, Safe Working Conditions, Rest in Leisure, Form Unions, Private Property, Economic Initiative, Participate in Decision-Making

Responsibilities of Workers

Work Honestly and Diligently, Respect Employees and Fellow Workers, Seek Justice for All, Care for God's Creation, Balance Work and Life

Proverbs 14:23

All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.