Pastoral Care
Caring for Family and Friends
“Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.”
CARDS & NOTES
In the belief that a kind word can go along way, cards of celebration, encouragement and condolence are sent on behalf of the members of St. Barnabas to members of the parish. If you know of someone who would appreciate receiving a card, please contact the church office.
FLOWER DELIVERY
Flower baskets are provided by the Flower Guild and delivered to the ill and home bound by members of the Altar Flower Delivery Committee. Two flower baskets are delivered each week, except during Lent and Advent.
LAY EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
The Eucharistic Visitors take communion to parish members who are unable to come to church. The Diocese of Delaware and the clergy of St. Barnabas provide training for this important ministry.
HOME MEALS
Whether you are recuperating from surgery, have a new baby, or have been ill at home, this ministry provides meals to help you get through. The meal consist of a main dish, salad and dessert for at least 2 people. If you would like to participate in this valuable ministry, please contact the church office.
PRAYER & PRAISE CHAIN
The Prayer and Praise Chain are dedicated parishioners who pray for those who are ill or in need, and offer prayers of praise and thanksgiving. New requests for prayers are sent by e-mail to the member about every week to ten days. The request are either sent from the church office or directly to the Prayer and Praise Chain leader. If you would like to participate in this valuable ministry, please contact the church office.
PRAYER SHAWLS
This is a new ministry created in 2005 at St. Barnabas in which knitters will make shawls that will be given to persons as a sign of God’s comforting and healing presence. If you would like to participate in this ministry, please call the church office.
STEPHEN MINISTERS
The Stephens Ministers provide pastoral care to parishioners in need of assistance dealing with issues such as illness, grief, divorce, or other losses. Stephen Ministers complete extensive training before being commissioned to serve in this capacity. Anyone desiring to learn more about becoming a Stephens Minister, please contact the church office, one of the clergy, or the Stephen Minister contact person.
VISITORS
The Visitor’s Ministry supplements the Lay Eucharist Visitors by visits to parishioners who are ill in the hospital or home bound. The Visitors also deliver cards made by the Sunday School children and CD’s of weekly church services if requested.