Note from the Pastor

"The good news" of Jesus is that we are all God's beloved children, created to "grow in Christ."

We grow into our true selves as revealed through Jesus -- destined for immortality with all the privileges and responsibilities inherent in that exalted identity.

Our mission is to let people know that.

Visit the New Health Ministry Room

Written by Debbie Ringen, R.N.

There are curtains in the windows, stuffed toys on the shelf, and many health-related booklets with answers to your burning questions in the new Health Ministry Room. Located between the nursery and the kitchen, the beautiful, brightly painted Health Ministry Room is where blood pressure screening and parish nurse consultations can take place in a calming environment.

The shelves are filled with books and pamphlets on such topics as older driver safety, grief, caring for aging parents, cancer care, end of life issues, infant care, and health and healing as well as prayer and devotional guides. Relaxation and meditation CDs are also available in the Health Ministry Room to help relieve stress.

The Parish Nurse is available for consultation, prayer, and emotional or spiritual support. Just call to make an appointment or stop by the Health Ministry Room to relax in a comfortable chair, chat, and listen to soothing music.

Parish Nurse office hours will be Tuesday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. You can reach the Parish Nurse and Health Ministry Team by calling the Health Ministry Help Line at 644-3031 or Debbie Ringen, RN, MSN, at 216-5809.

Photo Credit: Creative Commons licensed by Joey Parsons on Flickr.