Health Ministry
“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who
is in you and whom you have received from God? (1 Corinthians 6:19 NIV)
What is Health Ministry?
Health Ministry is part of healing and pastoral care ministry at Atonement. The parish nurse provides care of the body, mind and spirit to individuals and families in the congregation and community.
Health Ministry holds the spiritual dimension of health to be central to its practice. Parish nurses promote health and well being of individuals, families, the congregation and the community.
A parish nurse is a registered nurse who is committed to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
The Parish Nurse’s Role
Health Educator: Provides health information through a variety of educational activities.
Health Counselor: Discusses health issues and problems with
individuals and families and makes appropriate referrals to a variety
of ministry, health care professionals and community resources.
Health Advocate: Empowers individuals as they journey through
the medical system. Assists in connecting people to the appropriate
health care providers and community agencies. Listens and supports
individuals, families in various health care situations.
Health and Healing Group Facilitator: Identifies, recruits and coordinates small group activities to enhance the health of body, mind, and spirit.
Integrator of Faith and Health: Helps people to understand the relationship between faith and health.
How a Parish Nurse Can Help
You may have a health concern, a new diagnosis or a desire to
improve your health. The parish nurse is there to enhance, complement
and support the care you receive from your health care provider,
pastors and family.
Parish nurses are there for you in all the stages and circumstances of your life
We can take your blood pressure, discuss your health concerns, pray with you and lend a listening ear.
Verses to bring you health and healing
- “…I came that they may have life and have it to the full.” (John 10:10 NIV)
- “Do
not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil. This will
bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones.” (Proverbs
3:7-8 NIV)
- Dear friend, I pray that all may enjoy good
health and that all may go well with you , even as your soul is getting
well.” (3 John 2 NIV)
- “For where two or three come
together in my name, there am I with them.” (Matthew 18:20 NIV) “…and
pray for one another that you may be healed.” (James 5:16 NIV)
Atonement Parish Nurses
Jami Dean RN
Jennifer DeJong RN
Connie Hoffman RN
Polly Kloster RN
Michelle Richardson RN
Kristen Schultz RN
Linda Scott RN
Denise Thiner RN
Barb Hanson RN, Minister of Healing and Pastoral Care
We care about you and what you are experiencing. Please let us know
how we can help. We want to help you integrate your faith and health so
that you may live as Jesus wanted you to.
Please stop by the health ministry office or call 237-9651 and ask Barb Hanson or email bhanson@atonementfargo.org.
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