Holistic health relates to healing and wellness of the whole person - body, mind and spirit. Health occurs when all the components of a person's make-up are working in harmony for the well being of that person. It has to do with our personal family history, with our relationships, giving environment, work pressures, poor health habits, lifestyle, prevention, emotions, attitudes and spirituality. It has to do to a great extent with our ability, our choice to take responsibility for our health. Our faith calls us to heal as Jesus did, restoring people to wholeness.
Healing is as much of a part of parish life as is teaching and preaching.
The parish will become more vital and enlivened as parishioners are mobilized to better care for themselves and for one another. You will be hearing a lot more about Parish Nursing as this ministry develops and takes form at St. Francis Parish. We will first be involved in a health fair which is being sponsored by the Respect for Life Commission. Please come and meet the Parish Nurses on that day. Providing caring and compassionate support to individuals in our parish community.