Pastoral Care: A Ministry of Presence and Communion
Here at Blessed Sacrament, we believe that no member of our parish family should ever feel isolated or forgotten due to illness, age, or infirmity. Our Pastoral Care ministry is a sacred promise that our community's love and prayers extend beyond the church walls, ensuring everyone remains connected to the heart of our parish: the celebration of the Eucharist.
Bringing the Blessed Sacrament to Our Parish Family
Our trained and compassionate Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are privileged to bring the greatest gift of all—the Blessed Sacrament—to those who cannot be with us at Mass.
But they bring more than the Eucharist. They bring the warmth of a smile, a listening ear, news and bulletins from the parish, and a tangible reminder that those they visit are cherished and vital members of our community. This ministry is a lifeline of grace, comfort, and connection.
Two Ways You Can Participate
1. An Invitation to Serve
Do you have a compassionate heart and a desire to bring the comfort of Christ to others? We are always in need of new ministers to join this beautiful and deeply rewarding service. This ministry is a quiet, profound calling, requiring only a small amount of time to be a prayerful presence for a fellow parishioner. Full training and support are provided.
To learn more about becoming a minister to the homebound, please contact John Macko through the parish office.
2. Requesting a Visit
If you or a loved one are temporarily or permanently homebound and would like to receive the Eucharist at home, please do not hesitate to contact us. It would be our privilege to visit you. Please call the parish office to be added to our visitation list.
A Prayer for Our Homebound Parishioners
We invite every member of our parish to join us in this ministry through prayer:
“Father, your Son accepted our sufferings to teach us the virtue of patience in human illness. Hear the prayers we offer for our sick brothers and sisters. May all who suffer pain, illness, or disease realize that they have been chosen to be saints and know that they are joined to Christ in his suffering for the salvation of the world. We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen.”