Bringing Healing
“Healing was an integral part of the ministry of Jesus, which the church has been called to continue as one dimension of its concern for the wholeness of people.”
– PCUSA Directory for Worship W-3.5401
The Health Ministry Team and Parish Nurse, Dawn Skelly, together with our deacons and co-pastors, lead us as we work to continue Jesus’ ministry of healing. Visiting the sick, educating the congregation and individuals, coordinating meals for homebound folks, providing referral information, helping people navigate the shifting landscape of healthcare — these are some of the ways we participate in Christ’s ongoing work of relieving suffering and bringing healing to hurting people.
FPC Pottstown’s Parish Nurse Congregational Care
Assesses and identifies health and wellness needs of church members and communicated to staff and pastor when appropriate
Visits church members in hospitals, homes and inpatient facilities
Coordinate pastoral care needs with transitional pastor
Available on a regular basis to serve as resource to members regarding health concerns, referrals to health care providers, navigation of the healthcare system and education about health concepts
Serves as advocate and liaison for church members and various health care entities
Works with deacons and health ministry team to meet various needs of church members
Coordinates FPC meal ministry
Works with coordinator of extended communion to facilitate those visits and maintain communion kits
Coordinates transportation requests from members
Maintains Wellness Responsibilities for Church
Contacts with community resources to aide in meeting needs of congregation
Oversees FPC healthcare equipment and donations are delivered to members when necessary
Partnerships with community groups to share healthcare equipment when needed
CPR training for staff and deacons
Participates in FPC Pottstown’s National Night Out with Health Ministry table