A man with a quiet smile and unassuming presence is the 2005 recipient of the Living Our Mission Award at Adventist Hinsdale Hospital. Reynaldo "Rey" Tuazon, Plant Operations manager, was presented the award during the regional Spiritual Emphasis Week.
A hospital employee since 1980, Rey is proud to be part of an organization "dedicated to the work of God." Born and raised in the Philippines in a family of nine children, the third-generation Adventist embodies the mission of Adventist Hinsdale Hospital in his daily life. "God gave each of us the task to be His hands and feet here on earth," says Rey. "I'm honored with that responsibility."
Though much of his daily tasks involve charts, graphs, paper, and pen, the multi-talented man uses his skills in many ways to bless those around him. An elder at the Hinsdale Fil-Am Church, Tuazon also plays the piano every weekday at 7:00 a.m. for his department's morning devotion. "It's a wonderful way to start the day," he said. "We are a family here and it is our way to touch base with each other and God before we begin our work. Playing the piano is my simple and small way to contribute to this tradition." Rey also coordinates the schedule for sharing daily meditations.
"Rey exemplifies Christian service in every aspect of his job," says Jim Today, Plant Operations director. "He is a man who lives his faith through his actions." Rey says opportunities to touch people's lives in a hospital present themselves at every turn. "Even though I'm not directly involved in caring for patients, I believe that what I do has an effect on the quality of care they receive." Prior to coming to the United States, Rey was a managing engineer for large scale construction projects in the Philippines. "I have experienced what it's like to work in a non-Christian environment—and there is a reason why I have chosen to work at Adventist Hinsdale Hospital. We have a mission here and I am so blessed to be a part of it."
Crister DelaCruz is the regional manager of public relations for Adventist Midwest Health.
