Pastoral Care
Pastoral care at Holy Comforter embodies the compassionate and nurturing aspect of Christian ministry, offering support and guidance to individuals at all stages of their spiritual and personal journeys. Rooted deeply in the tradition of the Anglican Communion, this form of care extends beyond the walls of the church, reaching out to the sick, the bereaved, the troubled, and anyone in need of spiritual solace or guidance. It emphasizes the importance of community, the sacredness of listening, and the value of presence, reflecting Jesus Christ's teachings on love and compassion. Through pastoral care, Holy Comforter strives to be a living testament to God's love, offering a sanctuary of peace, understanding, and renewal for all.
Here at Holy Comforter, the Clergy, Staff, and Pastoral Care Circle Group want to insure that all of our pastoral care resources are easily accessible to all of our members. Below we have included a list of a few of those resources along with contact information. For a full listing of our Pastoral Care resources, please visit the Pastoral Care page on the website.
- Pastoral Care Line: In the case of a pastoral care emergency, you can call or text the pastoral care line at 980-222-4498 (save this number in your phone!).
- Prayer Ministry: The prayer network is intentional in remembering the needs of the parish within one's personal prayers and daily devotions. Our parish prayer list is updated regularly with thanksgivings and intercessions and is printed weekly in the Sunday service bulletin. To add a name to the prayer list, please email Jessica or send a text to the pastoral care line (980-222-4498).
- Eucharistic Visitors: EVs are licensed lay persons who take Holy Communion immediately following the Eucharist to those who are either sick or shut-in and unable to be present at church. If you or a family member would like to receive a Eucharistic Visit, please contact Bill Wilder.
- Holy Comforter at Home: Holy Comforter at Home was created to provide consistent and caring support for members of our church who may not be able to attend church services in person. We send a pair of visitors to each person on our homebound list, to talk about how we can support their relationship with the church, to update all information regarding health, relatives, and their safety in their living environment; and to pair a “shepherd” who will check in with them on a regular basis to sustain our caring relationship with them. For more information, contact Edie Livingstone or Mary Monahan.
- Funeral Planning: We have documents that have been prepared to assist your own planning for a funeral liturgy and the details surrounding that event. Thoughtful preparation and attention to these details will be a great gift to your family and friends at the time of your death, so that their focus may be on love and care for one another as they experience the grief of a close personal loss. Contact Jessica for a packet.
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