HOME ABOUT DISMAS » WHAT OTHERS SAY » CAREERS NEWS » PARTNERSHIPS CONTACT You are here: Home / About Dismas / Values and Beliefs The Non-negotiable Values And Beliefs Of Dismas Charities Our Values and Beliefs underscore the dream of our founder, Father William Diersen, who believed every person deserved a second chance — that no one should be discriminated against based on his condition in life. “Redemption’s Light,” the theme song of Dismas Charities, co-written by Wayne Carroll and Simeon Amburgey, and performed by Odeen Mays and the Messengers. Dismas’ Values and Beliefs build on Father Diersen’s eloquent philosophy: Integrity: Maintain the highest level of ethical conduct, accountability and trust. Respect: Demonstrate respect at all times for self, clients, staff, community, and all business relationships. Dignity: Insure the dignity of all individuals and treat all with respect and compassion. Accountability: All individuals are accountable for their actions and all have the capacity to change. Healing: The inclusion of the community is vital to the healing process. Diversity: Respect the diversity of all because judging others limits our ability to heal the human spirit. Stewardship: As responsible stewards, insure that programs are self-supporting. Internationally acclaimed “sand artist” Joe Castillo created this video to celebrate the values and beliefs of Dismas Charities. Fast Facts Centers of Service Programs and Services Leadership Values and Beliefs History Mission PREA LATEST NEWS Dismas Charities, The Community With Immunity! To recognize staff who made the commitment to fully vaccinate for the purpose of creating a Community with Immunity, Dismas Charities President CEO Raymond J. Weis announced a lottery worth a total of $9,000. On July 5th, Weis pulled the names of three actively employed members of Dismas Charities who have been fully vaccinated. Hattiesburg […] Please Remember Those Who Gave All Memorial Day, formerly Decoration Day, honors those who have died in the nation’s wars. It originated in the American Civil War when citizens placed flowers on the graves of those who had been killed in battle. Since 1868 Memorial Day has recognized those who worked to keep this country free by “decorating the graves of […] From the Dismas Charities Family To Yours, Happy Easter! DISMAS IS DRIVEN BY ITS VALUES & BELIEFS ACCOUNTABILITY DIVERSITY HEALING INTEGRITY RESPECT STEWARDSHIP