Here in Oklahoma, we are facing harsh drought conditions and in need of rain. Below is a prayer asking for the grace of rain: "Loving Lord and Heavenly Father, You alone are good and You alone richly provide for all the needs and the necessities of life, and in Your loving-kindness You give us over and above all that we ask or think. Thank You for Your steadfast love and gracious provision to us and to all Your creation. Forgive us for the times when we have taken Your provis

Organizations have a tendency to "drift" away from their core values. This drift is often gradual and unconscious as the organizations strives to adapt to the ever-changing, short-term demands. The early signs of drift is reflected in the compromises of behavior and decision-making along with feedback from key stakeholders. Other signs of drift arise as pressure increases for achievement of short-term goals without connection to long-term core values. Complacency grows as pas