Pastoral Care
Pastoral care is an area of joy for me. It is an honor to accompany individuals though all that comes into their lives. I believe the primary responsibility of a pastoral care provider is to listen as a non-anxious presence. And a second, although no less important, responsibility is to understand when and how to provide resources when they are needed. One of the first goals I set for a new area is to locate and understand the care resources available in that location.
In addition to individual conversations, letters, and visits, pastoral care is expressed in worship. In every service, I bring an awareness that someone in the room is rejoicing, someone in the room is grieving, and someone in the room is seeking.
I enjoy working with a congregation to strengthen pastoral care as a vital element of our shared ministry. It is up to all of us to provide support and celebration for the sorrows and joys that come into the lives of our community.
In addition to individual conversations, letters, and visits, pastoral care is expressed in worship. In every service, I bring an awareness that someone in the room is rejoicing, someone in the room is grieving, and someone in the room is seeking.
I enjoy working with a congregation to strengthen pastoral care as a vital element of our shared ministry. It is up to all of us to provide support and celebration for the sorrows and joys that come into the lives of our community.