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OLIVARIAN101: THE MAKING OF QUALITY OLIVARIANS MIDTERM Notes WEEK 9: PNP ETHICAL DOCTRINE CHAPTER OBJECTIVES: After completing this chapter, you should be able to: 1. Understand the generally accepted customs and traditions based on the desirable practices of the police service. PRAYER: Lord...

OLIVARIAN101: THE MAKING OF QUALITY OLIVARIANS MIDTERM Notes WEEK 9: PNP ETHICAL DOCTRINE CHAPTER OBJECTIVES: After completing this chapter, you should be able to: 1. Understand the generally accepted customs and traditions based on the desirable practices of the police service. PRAYER: Lord Jesus, I come before You today with a broken and contrite heart full of repentance. Please, forgive me for all my sins. Today, I surrender my life to You, I believe that Jesus is Lord and I confess it with my mouth. Jesus, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction. In Jesus’ name, I pray. AMEN! VALOR: Who are the Men and Women of Valor? PNP Ethical Doctrine 4.31 VALOR – History attests that Filipino law enforcers have exemplified the tradition of valor in defending the country from aggression and oppression. They sacrificed their limbs and lives for the sake of their countrymen whom they have pledged to serve. ASK: How do you describe yourself as a son or daughter, a friend or a classmate? What are the mighty men of valor? 1. Mighty – having or showing great power, skill, strength, or force 2. Men – a male human endowed with qualities such as strength, considered characteristic of manhood. 3. Valor – courage and boldness as in battle or bravery. What are the characteristics of a man of Valor? 1. Godly - A man of valor also seeks God’s help and listens to God. 2. Honest – A man of valor is marked by displaying integrity and uprightness. He is not a fraud or deceptive. He is also equitable and fair in his dealings. 3. Compassion – A man of valor has a deep awareness of the suffering of another coupled with a desire to relieve it (pity). 4. Loyal – A man of valor is steadfast in his allegiance to his country, government, and its sovereignty. He is faithful to a person, ideal, custom, cause, or duty. Assessment: 1. Based on the description above, can you say you say you have the qualities (or some qualities) of a Man of valor? 2. Are you a man of valor in your family? PATRIOTISM: God And Nation Building PNP Ethical Doctrine 4.32: PATRIOTISM – The PNP members are traditionally patriotic by nature. They manifest their love of country with a pledge of allegiance to the flag and vow to defend the constitution. God established a government to execute justice among the people. As choose to govern ourselves or refrain from our natural tendencies, we require less government control of our personal lives. But if we do not learn to control our evil tendencies, we need government in order that justice may reign. God is our leader 1. God observes all people. No one is exempt from His active observation of the purpose of establishing His purposes among them. 2. No one escapes God’s scrutiny of the way we conduct ourselves. He considers everyone and this applies to all people and nation. 3. We are reminded of the common mistakes of our leaders in thinking that they can rely on their own power. 4. Let us remind ourselves that God is the One and Only source of deliverance and defense (help and safety). 5. We need to rejoice in the Lord for the protection and provision He provides for those who trust Him. If every Filipino will follow the 10 Commandments, how will that affect our relationship with God, country and man? The 10 Commandments: 1. I am the Lord your God and you shall have no other gods but me. 2. You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God. 3. You shall remember and keep the Sabbath holy. 4. Honor your father and mother. 5. You must not commit murder. 6. You must not commit adultery. 7. You shall not steal. 8. You must not give false witness against your neighbor. 9. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife. 10. You shall not covet your neighbor’s goods or anything that belongs to him. Assessment: Take a Peso paper bill and find the words “Pinagpala ang bayan na ang Dios ang Panginoon” (near the upper right-hand corner). What is the significance of this and why it was placed in our money? DISCIPLINE: Learning To Be Self-Disciplined “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and the life to come.” 1 Timothy 4:8 PNP Ethical Doctrine 4.33: DISCIPLINE - The discipline of the PNP members is manifested by instinctive obedience to lawful orders and thorough and spontaneous actions toward the attainment of organizational objectives guided by moral, ethical, and legal norms. Self-discipline is important in many endeavors in life. It is best defined as the ability to regulate one’s conduct by principle and sound judgment rather than by impulse, desire, or social custom. Discipline may be summarized in one word: obedience. It is the ability to concentrate, focus on goals, and consistently stay within priorities. ASK: Do you have a sports or hobby? What are the disciplines that you have developed to be the best in your sport or hobby? What do you do to develop discipline physically? Emotionally? Intellectually? And spiritually? How do we develop discipline? 1. Start with small things: Be neat in everything in your house or work. 2. Get yourself organized: Make a schedule and have a to-do list of the things you want to accomplish for the day. 3. Don’t constantly seek to be entertained: When you have free time, do something productive. While waiting in the office, read books or have meaningful conversations with others. Do things that are challenging, stimulating, and creative and that will add value to your well-being. 4. Be on time: Being on time also acknowledges the importance of other people and value their time. When you have a commitment, self-discipline will enable you to keep it. 5. Keep your word: 6. Finish what you have started. 7. Accept correction. 8. Welcome responsibility. Assessment: • Which of the 8 above-written is your strength (where you are good)? Which is your weakness (you are trying to improve)? • How will use your strength to overcome your weakness? And what will you do to develop the discipline to change it? WORD OF HONOR “Keeping Your Promises” “You shall not swear falsely, but shall perform to the Lord what you have sworn…Let what you say simply be ‘Yes’ or ‘No’; …” Matthew 5:33, 37 “A man who makes a vow to the Lord or makes a pledge under oath must never break it. He must do exactly what he said he must do.” Numbers 30:2 PNP Ethical Doctrine 4.35: WORD OF HONOR – The PNP members’ word is their bond. They stand by and commit to upholding it. ASK: As a child, have you ever been made a promise and was broken? How did it make you feel? ASK: A Criminology student’s word is their bond. What are your commitments as a student? Do you take time to review your pledge every now and then just as a reminder of the commitments you made when you were enrolled here in OCT? Many people struggle to keep their word. If we are not careful, we end up with a broken string of promises in our lives. Broken promises can result in broken relationships. We also destroy our credibility, especially to those who are watching our lives to see if they can trust us. While changing our mind from time to time when circumstances prevent us from keeping a promise is just part of being flexible in life breaking promises to others on a regular basis is not healthy. How to keep our promises? 1. Take making a promise (vow or oath) seriously and it takes commitment. 2. Pay close attention to your words. Every word you communicate matters. 3. Study your patterns of making promises. Pray about the patterns you notice about yourself and change your unhealthy habits. 4. Take time for careful consideration before making a promise to someone. 5. Keep it simple when making a promise. Practice: Read The Police Officer’s Pledge aloud and together. I will love and serve God, my country, and my people. I will uphold the constitution and obey the legal orders of the duly constituted authority. I will oblige myself to maintain a high standard of morality and professionalism. I will respect the customs and traditions of the police service; and I will live a decent and virtuous life to serve as an example to others. Close in prayer and commit to the Lord that you will use your life as a blessing to others – your co-police officers, superiors, and the community. DUTY: on Being a Responsible Worker “Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. Soldiers don’t get tied up in the affairs of civilian life, for then they cannot please the officer who enlisted them. Athletes cannot win the prize unless they follow the rules. And hardworking farmers should be the first to enjoy the fruit of their labor.” 2 Timothy 2:3-6 “Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval.” 2 Timothy 2:15 PNP Ethical 4.36: DUTY – PNP members have historically exemplified themselves as dedicated public servants who perform their tasks with a deep sense of responsibility and self-sacrifice. They shall readily accept assignments anywhere in the country. ASK: “They shall readily accept assignment anywhere in the country.” Are you willing to be assigned anywhere in the country? Why or why not? Timothy is told to be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. There is a certain amount of hardship involved in being a police officer. Often there are irregular hours, sensitive problems, different personalities, and some situations that are not easy to deal with. We don’t have in ourselves all that it takes to do our duty. It takes special strength to do our duty and we must depend on the special strength that only God can give. So what does it take to do our duty as illustrated by other workers? 1. A Courageous Soldier A soldier on the battlefield endures a rigorous life, always ready to do what the commander orders. A true soldier must eliminate some competing interests in order to more effectively serve his commanding officer. This illustrates rigid discipline and courage to stand firmly against enemies. A Law-Abiding Athlete Every game has rules. Regardless of how competent athletes may be, unless they adhere to the rules of the game, they will be disqualified. We are to observe the rules of the game and must be willing to be trained rigorously to excel. 2. A Hard-Working Farmer A farmer toils for many hours. Sometimes he is confronted with poor soil or uncertain whether he must work not by the clock but until the job gets done. A farmer knows there are no quick results but he must be patient. 3. A Diligent Workman A diligent workman knows how to work hard and work smart. He is a problem solver and finds solutions rather than a problem finder. He also extends his services even if it is not asked of him. 4. A Gentle Servant He is dedicated to his work. He makes sure that he is upright in conduct and character. He is courteous and gentle in his manners. Assessment: • Based on the 5 kinds of workers, which worker do you identify with and why? • Of all the assignments you had, which is the most enjoyable for you? Why? Which is the most challenging? Why? • What is a public servant? How does a public servant render his work? LOYALTY: On Being Fully Committed “He is the faithful God who keeps his covenant for a thousand generations and lavishes his unfailing love on those who love him and obey his commands.” Deuteronomy 7:9b PNP Ethical Doctrine 4.37: LOYALTY – PNP members are traditionally loyal to the organization, country, and people as borne by history and practice. ASK: How do you show loyalty to our school? To your family? To your friends? To your classmates? The word loyalty brings to mind a powerful sense of belonging and solidarity. With this comes the idea of wholehearted fidelity coupled with unswerving devotion and duty. The concept of loyalty is also relational which means being fully committed to someone. God has established the very essence of loyalty through his relationship with his people. Loyalty then involves steady involvement and commitment to our relationships. Some Thoughts on Loyalty. 1. Loyalty is what you do, not what you say. Loyalty must be seen in action. It does not thrive in just verbal assurances but must be revealed in what we do. 2. Loyalty is a willing decision. Forced compliance is faked loyalty. Fake loyalty has its consequences and must be avoided at all costs. You must make up your mind to be loyal. 3. Loyalty is demanding. Sometimes we will be called to do things that are inconvenient and may seem demeaning tasks and responsibilities. Yet, we must maintain your steadiness and positive attitude in every case. 4. Loyalty is creating value. For most of us, loyalty is measured by years of service. But sometimes, it is not only based on years of service but have we created value in the organization where we belong or in the relationships we have. Has the organization become better because of our presence and the way we work? Have the person become a better person because of the way we relate to them? 5. Loyalty will involve sacrifice. Our allegiance to God, family, and work will call for seasons of sacrifice. Sacrifice is the act of giving something precious and of high value at one’s expense. 6. Loyalty to God will be rewarded. God is faithful and He will remain faithful to us even if we have been unfaithful to Him. Assessment: • How important is loyalty in your relationships? Why? • How do you measure loyalty?