Ministry of Care to the sick is a pastoral ministry of caring for those who are unable to participate in the liturgical life of the parish, often at vulnerable and painful times in their lives. Those who assist in this ministry need to have specific qualities and gifts, including a listening presence, compassion and empathy, a non -judgmental mindset, confidentiality, commitment and follow-through, prayerfulness, and a gentle demeanor. Ministers are trained and formed to conduct pastoral visits with time to listen and pray about the concerns of the sick or shut-in person and to share Eucharist with them.
If you have a family member or neighbor who is Catholic, unable to attend church and would like to receive Holy Communion we can arrange for one of our Ministers of Care to visit them. Please contact Lori Schuster.