Parish Visitors

Parish Visitors: Ministry to the Homebound

The Parish Visitors are a group of lay people who engage in the ministry of regularly visiting parishioners who, due to infirmities or limited physical ability, are no longer able to attend church on a regular basis. A friendly visit from fellow parishioners helps alleviate the sense of isolation and loneliness commonly experienced by those who are homebound. All are reminded that they are valued members of our parish family and integral to the Body of Christ.

Parish Visitors make their visits as individuals or as teams of two. This simple but rewarding ministry is one in which all ages can participate. A visit from a child as well as an adult can bring much delight. Team members decide how much time they are willing to commit, from as little as a couple hours a month on up. As a group the Visitors meet for an hour once a month with the Rev. Victoria Jamieson-Drake (Associate for Pastoral Ministry) to plan their visits and discuss any concerns or needs of which they have been made aware.

An October 2009 article in the parish’s monthly newsletter “CrossRoads” describes this program in more detail: Parish Visitors.

To volunteer for this ministry, or to refer someone who may enjoy a visit, please contact (by email or by phone) either Vicky Jamieson-Drake (919-929-2193) or Bob Comey (919-969-6577).

Join us in a ministry that strengthens our community and is personally rewarding.