“Now as an elder myself and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as one who shares in the glory to be revealed, I exhort the elders among you to tend the flock of God that is in your charge, exercising the oversight, not under compulsion but willingly, as God would have you do it—not for sordid gain but eagerly.” 1 Peter 5:2 (NRSV-A)
Pastoral care at St John’s provides:
- visits and Holy Communion to the sick, infirm, and bereaved by clergy and lay team members in hospital, retirement homes, or at home
- pastoral counseling, help and guidance in times of spiritual need and crisis
- phone call ministry to the shut-in or infirm
- coordination of Prayers of the People requests