Centennial Convocation

Beginning our Centennial Celebration with a convocation Sunday at First Baptist Church of Abilene on the 100th birthday of the opening of West Texas Baptist Sanitarium made perfect sense to the Hendrick Health team involved in planning events to honor our legacy.

The healthcare system started as West Texas Baptist Sanitarium, and the hospital's first brochure included as part of its "My Pledge and Creed" the following statement: "I pray for patience, kindliness and understanding in the holy ministry to broken bodies."

That sentiment continues in our Mission Statement today: "To deliver high quality healthcare emphasizing excellence and compassion consistent with the healing ministry of Jesus Christ."

At the convocation through scripture, song and prayer, we remembered our past, celebrated our present and expressed hope for our future. The pews were filled with several hundred people, including present and past employees, medical staff, board members and friends.

Learn more about our history at hendrick100.org.