"They gave to anyone as he had need" Acts 2: 45b
Presently Pastoral care at St Michael's consists of a registry of gifts, talents and services that we offer one another in times of a particular need.
The following list has been circulated among the parishioners. As you read over the list ask yourself "Is there anything in the way of gifts, talents and/or services that I feel the Lord is calling me to do?"
Meal preparation
Housework
Laundry/washing - ironing
Emergency child care
Emergency senior care
Painting
Minor repairs
Window washing
Snow removal/ shoveling
Grass cutting
Hedge trimming
Transportation to appointments
West Island or Montreal
Hospital visiting
West Island or Montreal
Home visits
Taking a person out for coffee, tea and a movie, window shopping
Shopping
Personal or grocery
As you read over the list is there anything you would like to add to it? Do you require or know of someone who requires assistance?
In the Fall we would like to have a "senior buddy" system established in the parish as well as a team of visitors for our shut-ins.
In the Summer we ask for your prayers for God's guidance and blessing in regards to professional developement of the team.
In closing I would like to add the following prayer which was part of a five week pastoral care workshop entitled "Broaden the Vision"
Dear Lord help me to offer
my hand to one who needs friendship
my heart to one who needs love
my understanding to one who needs a listener
my thoughtfulness to one who needs to know that they are remembered
my gentleness to one buffeted by the circumstances of life
my compassion to one who is lonely
my tranquility to one who is confused, uncertain, unsure
my comfort to one who is bereaved
my kindness to all of Your creatures
my compassion to all living things
Dear God help me to let my light shine
from the Daily Word
For information on pastoral care call the church office at 626 4205
