Our priests focus this ministry, however, in pastoral care. They are the pastors of the parish with responsibility to care for the people of God. This pastoral care includes leading the congregation in liturgy, administering the sacraments of the Church, visiting the hospitalized and those confined to their homes, making other visitations, providing pastoral counseling and spiritual direction and being present during times of crisis, trauma, or tragedy. The Clergy also teach in our adult education programs and in the Church School, oversee the finances and resources of the Church and participate in the ongoing life of the organizations of the parish. All Clergy work under the authority of the Rector.
Pastoral ministry is available to all of our parishioners.
The Clergy make regular visitations to our newcomers, shut-ins, hospitalized, and others of the parish. Calling is seen as an important part of sacramental ministry. Clergy are available in their offices during parish hours. It is important to make an appointment if you wish to see someone in particular. A priest can be of great help as a Spiritual Director, giving support and suggestions regarding a rule of life, prayer, the sacramental life and service to and within the world.