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Resources for Congregations Interested in Parish/Faith Community Nursing |
What does a Faith Community Nurse bring to a congregation? "There has been a rapid rise in the number of parish nurses in the congregations of our church. I believe that is because their value has touched a nerve – the intersection of physical care and spiritual care has shown us that these are not separate arenas, but are integrated in the care of the whole person our Lord calls us to practice. We have people of faith, trained in nursing care, who are well equipped to bring this ministry into the life of the church." "A parish nurse program complements and fills out a comprehensive pastoral care strategy for a congregation and its community." We are so grateful to have our parish nurse at St. Philip the Deacon. Her creative energy, passion for health and deep faith help us to reach out to more people in new ways. We are so thankful for the grant, which has helped us to meet the needs of this large faith community. Pastor Cheryl Mathison 2025 Grants to Congregations LFCNA has long been supportive of new Faith Community Nurse (FCN) ministry start-ups and are acutely aware of the challenging financial situations of congregations. In response to this need, LFCNA will again provide funds for start-up of a new ministry or development of a new focus of ministry in an existing FCN practice, for three (3) Lutheran congregations in 2025. Congregations may request up to $750.00 in grant funding. CLICK HERE for the Grant Announcement CLICK HERE for the Application For more information send an email to lutheranfcna@gmail.com with your questions. We are pleased to be able to award these grants to promote and support faith community nurse ministry. Contact For information about Faith Community Nursing, mentoring assistance from experienced Faith Community Nurses, or for more information on beginning a health ministry in your church contact Carol DeSchepper, Executive Director: lutheranfcna@gmail.com Healing Services for Congregations Many Faith Community Nurses provide healing services for their congregations. Here is a template and meditation guide for a healing service that can be adapted to meet your needs. The meditation guide was developed for the scripture readings read during the service. Email or website for more info: Phyllis Bruce - pbceilidhdancer10@gmail.com Healing Service Template A PowerPoint Presentation: A Parish Nurse/ Faith Community Nurse and Health Ministry for your Faith Community The outreach committee has developed a PowerPoint presentation that offers information to congregations about what a Faith Community/Parish Nursing ministry can offer. This is available for your use, but if you wish to have assistance with a presentation to your congregation, please contact us at lutheranfcna@gmail.com and we'll make every effort to locate an FCN who can help with a presentation. POWERPOINT LINK: Click Here Videos
Other Helpful Articles Love and Serving: Faith Community Nurses Care for Body, Mind, and Spirit Leading a Congregation Through Change For more information from experienced Faith Community Nurses or for speakers on beginning a health ministry in your congregation, contact Carol DeSchepper, Executive Director or Lucina Kimpel, President at lutheranfcna@gmail.com Click Here to download our Brochure: How to Call a Faith Community Nurse to Serve Your Congregation Sample Installation Services for Parish Nurses There are samples of three installations services when you click on the above title. This will allow you to quickly access all and choose what would best fit your congregation, or maybe combine ideas from more than one. CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER A GUIDE FOR CONGREGATIONAL Lutheran Deaconess Association CONGREGATIONS are in a unique position to identify caregivers and their needs, and to assist the caregivers who are in their midst. EVERY congregation has caregivers. There are more than you might think! THIS GUIDEBOOK WILL HELP YOUR CONGREGATION IDENTIFY: · the CAREGIVERS in your congregation AND PROVIDE CAREGIVERS WITH: · INFORMATION |