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Pastoral
Care Team
Mandate
As it is important
that our 'family members' are remembered by the church family with
love, our mandate is to undertake the Ministry of Presence to those
in need of healing, compassion and understanding.
Volunteer
Activities
As members of
the clergy and members of the laity our shared ministry includes
engaging in one-on-one visits to the sick, elderly or disabled in
their home, in hospital, in nursing homes, or in a hospice as circumstances
dictate. Offering of prayer, reading of scripture, and especially
listening to their desires and concerns are all a part of a Pastoral
Care visit.
Additionally, we are available to provide transport for those in
need to the 'Seniors' Tea' on the third Wednesday of each month,
as well the Sunday services.
Time
Requirement
One cannot estimate
the time requirement over a period of time, but a visit can last
up to an hour. One should not out stay one's welcome!
Special
Skills Required
Listening skills,
a nonjudgmental compassionate nature, emotional and spiritual maturity,
and self confidence.
Accountability:
The Team is
accountable to Fr. Leighton Lee
Cathedral
Contact Persons
Either Lesley
Pugh 403-234-9948
Michael Prior 403-239-6575
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