Winfield United Church

Purpose and Focus:

The Pastoral Care Team is here to support those who are grieving, are experiencing change and loss, and for those that are suffering from illness. We want people to know how to access care and how to volunteer in an area of pastoral care. We want to be open to new possibilities, to hear the questions, to listen to concerns.

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The Pastoral Care Team:

The Team does not meet on a regular basis, but as required.  We have three Coordinators, Sandy Bogardis, Fran Schultz and Fran Jasiura. We also have access to two retired ministers. 

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How to access Pastoral Care services: 

The Team will be in contact with those in need, either personally, by phone, or by visits as required.  We ask that when anyone in the entire Congregation becomes aware of a person in need to contact a Team member or the Office. 

 

All information should be passed along to one of the Coordinators (as listed above). From this information, the Coordinator will direct needs to the appropriate person, including a minister. 

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​​Prayer Shawls:

​Prayer shawls and cards are sent or taken in person to those in need.  We are very appreciative of our team of Prayer Shawl knitters.  There are a group of people constantly knitting shawls. Presentation of shawls becomes a very emotional gift to those receiving one.

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