The Ministry to the Sick is a pastoral ministry of caring for those hospitalized, in nursing homes or confined to private homes. The ministry’s purpose is to demonstrate the care and concern of the faith community to the sick and shut-ins and to provide them the opportunity to pray with others and receive the Eucharist. The coordinator also communicates with the priests when Anointing of the Sick is required.
The ministry is provided by trained and certified lay men and women, ordained deacons, and priests within our parish and the Diocese. You may shadow an experienced minister to determine if this is the right ministry for you. Volunteers must be trained through the Diocese of Memphis and be Virtus certified as well. A specific prayer book and pyx are required, with costs covered by the parish. If you are interested in serving God and His Church in this ministry, please contact Fr. Andrew.
