The Mission of the Health Ministries of Christ United Methodist Church is to educate and serve the faith community throughout the continuum of life, meeting the needs of the body, mind and spirit.

Our vision is the transformation of the faith community into a source of health and healing following the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Parish Nurse Services

Parish nursing is a specialty practice and professional model of health ministry. The practice holds that all persons are sacred and must be treated with respect and dignity. The parish nurse assists and supports individuals, families and communities in becoming more active partners in the stewardship of personal and communal health services.

Role of the Parish Nurse

Health Counselor- discusses health problems and makes home, hospital and nursing home visits as needed. Integrates faith traditions.

Referral Source- Acts as liaison to community resources and services.

Health Educator- Promotes an understanding of the relationship among lifestyle, attitudes, faith and well being.

Coordinator- Coordinates volunteers to serve in a variety of ways to help meet the needs of the members. 

Health Cabinet

A team of health and human service professionals and others working collaboratively with the parish nurse to assess and meet the needs of the congregation from a wholistic perspective.

Lay Pastors

Lay people who have gone through special training and who visit shut-ins and those who are hospitalized to provide spiritual care and fellowship.

Membership Care Committee

Lay people who provide assistance to the needs of members of the congregation, such as food preparation for emergency situations, parking assistance and the tape ministry.

For more information about Lay Pastors and Membership Care, contact Tom Funka, ext. 19.

For more information about Health Ministries, contact Lois Slocum, ext. 53.