Ministry to the Sick and Shut-in:

To share the love of God and the hope of healing, based on the Christian faith.

 

Ministry Vision for the Sick and Shut-in :

To provide a personal touch and minister through calls, cards, prayer and offering communion to ensure that members continue to feel part of Greater Progressive – even during seasons of illness or life changes that prevent them from worshipping with their church family.

 

Ministry Scripture Reference:

“Is any sick among you? Let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.” – James 5:14-15

 

Ministry Description/Purpose for the Sick and Shut-in :

The ministry checks on and communicates with the sick and shut-in of the church through visitation, calls and prayers. On a monthly basis, the ministry offers in coordination with the church’s Deacons the ability for the sick and shut in to still participate in the sacrament of Communion.

 

Spiritual gifts, skills and traits desired for people considering serving in this ministry:

• Empathy and the ability to listen

• The ability to maintain confidentiality and respect privacy

• Deep-rooted faith

• Willingness to share personal testimony

• Ability to lead others in prayer

 

Meeting day and time for this ministry:

No regular meetings scheduled. Communication is often by phone and email through the Cathedral Parish Office.