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Faith Ministry Stories

The Ones We Love and Care For

Posted by Deacon Nina Joygaard on

At Faith, we have incredible volunteer ministries of outreach, connection and support.

Faith continues to make an impact on the lives of those in our community. One of the often-unseen ways that we love and care for each other comes through pastoral care behind the scenes. Our ministers lead worship in care centers and senior housing, visit those who are struggling with health or circumstances, and sit with families in their grief after the death of a loved one. At Faith, we also have incredible volunteer ministries of outreach, connection and support. Our Prayer Chain daily lifts up those in need. Our Befrienders’ ministry connects one-on-one with those requesting extra support.

Our Elder & Shut-in Outreach touches many families with cards, letters, kids’ artwork and phone calls from a team of committed volunteers. Jill volunteered but was quite nervous at first. She shared, “After my first calls, I realized how important the calls were and I found enjoyment reaching out to others. It gives oneself a feeling of inner fulfillment.” Another volunteer stressed the gift of a two-way relationship in their ministry. Bill said, “You get to share people’s lives, their prayers, and make those moments very special.” It may be difficult for us to measure or see the impact of our pastoral ministries, but God’s love continues to shine forth through our incredible volunteers and staff who reach out in relationship to the ones we love and care for. Your financial support and generous sharing of time make these essential ministries possible.