Pastoral Care

There are many wonderful expressions of pastoral care we have received and given. Last Sunday there was an excellent congregational discussion sharing our experiences and ideas.

There are two aspects of pastoral care:

  • CULTURE of pastoral care (inquiry that builds inclusion)

  • PROGRAMMES/STRUCTURES of pastoral care (that enable connection and sharing)

All of us are involved in a nexus of care that includes the Minister, elders, leaders, old and young. Pastoral care can be prayer, staying in touch, practical help, sharing a meal, including people, responding to a crisis, etc.

St John’s Session would like all small groups to identify how they offer pastoral care and carefully consider how to enhance pastoral care within this nexus. A wonderful resource Exploring Pastoral Care is being provided to small group leaders to use in the new year.

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