Care Ministry
The Care Ministry's purpose is to help meet the needs of those in our church, on our campus and in the community who are suffering from illnesses, life changes, financial struggles, isolation and grief. Many individuals in this church are "co-workers in God's service" and are dedicating their time, talent and treasure to selflessly serving others.
For more information or to join a team, please contact: Lisa Baggett - 321-267-7922 x24
The Care Ministry is made up of four main areas:
Meeting Hurting and Lonely people where they are
Visitation
Volunteers visit folks who are in the hospital, Nursing home, homebound and hospice.
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Hospital Visitation - Visiting any parishioners that are in Parrish Hospital due to illness or surgery.
Serving time: 1-2 hours, one day a week -
Nursing Home Visitation - Visiting any parishioners or their family members who are in the various nursing homes in Titusville. Volunteers can visit different homes over the course of a month or just pick one of them and visit on a weekly to monthly basis. Visits usually last 5-10 minutes for each person. You will brighten their day and be blessed!
Serving time: 1-2 hours, one day a week or month depending on your availability -
Homebound Visitation - Provide one-on-one visits to someone who is shut in and cannot leave their house. This requires a servant heart, a willing spirit and a prayerful presence. The goal is to form a relationship with the person and "check in" on them on regular basis.
Serving time: 1/2 hour to 1 hour, once a week or month
PRAYING FOR PEOPLE
Intercessory Prayer team prays over the written concerns of the congregation as well as the prayers people have lifted up each weekend from the prayer cards collected. This team also sends out roughly 12 cards per week to encourage people.
Serving Time: Monday mornings from 11:00-12:00pm
BEING A PART OF THE HEALING PROCESS FOR PEOPLE
Bereavement Team
This team organizes funeral receptions for members of the congregation without strong connections in the church community. It would require bringing one large serving of food such as Finger sandwiches, Vegetable/Fruit tray or dessert. Serving time: 1-2 times a year
Prayer Shawl Ministry
This ministry makes and prays over shawls that bless people in our congregation and community and it reminds them that God is with them in their struggle. The Daytime group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10:00am and the Evening group meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm. Both meet in Studio 153.
Meal Train Ministry
This ministry organizes meals for people who are in crisis or convalescing. Usually, the team makes and delivers meals to the recipients for about 2 weeks every other day. You may only be called to bring a meal once or twice a year. Serving Time: 1-3 times per year
Women Together
This team provides comfort and support for women who have suffered the loss of a spouse. Meets on the 4th Sunday of every month in WFH. Volunteers would help with setting up the room and food preparation.
Serving Time: 3 hours once a month
Journey Through Grief Books
A set of four short books we send to grieving people at four crucial times during the first year after a loss to provide ongoing support and care.
EDUCATING AND ASSISTING PEOPLE
Senior Ministry
This ministry is bringing practical programs to educate people about age related issues.
Chronic Illness Support
This ministry support is offered once a month to provide support and a caring and Christian environment for people who are dealing with illness that cause chronic pain, breathing difficulties, necessary compliance, etc.
Dementia Caregiver Support
This ministry is offered once a month to provide support and educate caregivers of people who suffers from progressive dementia.
Helping Hands
This ministry provides financial assistance to people in the church, Campus, and Community and also points them to resources and assistance already in set up in the surrounding area.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
This ministry support group meets monthly for information and support.
