Hospital & Care Facility visitation

Throughout the 2,000 year history of the Church, she has constantly sought to embrace those who are wounded, suffering, and lonely. Modeling the ministry of Christ who cared for the sick, both spiritually and physically, the Church has sought to alleviate suffering while simultaneously proclaiming its redemptive nature.

In the Holy Father’s homily on the World Day for the Sick in 2010, he spoke of the essential importance of caring for the sick. “The Church, which has been entrusted with the task of prolonging the mission of Christ in space and time, cannot neglect these two essential works: evangelization and care of the sick in body and spirit”.

Throughout the centuries the Church has cared for the sick and provided spiritual nourishment for those who cannot attend Mass due to illness or confinement. Each day priests, religious and lay Pastoral Care volunteers visit the sick and homebound as an extension of the sacramental life of the Parish, bringing them Holy Communion and assuring them of the constant prayers of the community.

RESOURCE for pastoral care competencies

Contact your local parish for additional information.