A ministry that promotes the health of the individual and congregation.

Based on the belief that health and well being involves Our body mind and spirit.

Calls the congregation to greater caring.

Follows Jesus example calling people to healing and wholeness

G.I.F.T. (Gaining Information for Tomorrow) is a order. This program also gives guidance on making plans for how you would want to live the rest of your life.
Key to the program is the G.I.F.T. manual that provides step by step directions
On your life planning needs.

A medical equipment loaner closet is maintained at Saint Luke’s for gently used equipment that is still in good condition. Equipment such as bedside commodes, wheelchairs and shower chairs are available on an as needed basis. Parishioners are able to donate or receive equipment. Mrs. Emily McGowan currently
serves as the lay leader for this program.

Blood pressure screenings available monthly at Senior Adult Meetings

Visits hospitals, homes, nursing homes and other residential living communities to provide support and health education.

Blood pressure screening available at monthly Senior Adult meetings.

Private counseling for health and wellness with blood pressure screenings available for individuals.

Organizes annual flu clinics for church family

Serves as nurse consultant to St. Luke’s Day School in the area of health and safety and chairs the Saint Luke’s Day Schools Health and Safety Standards

Performs community liaison activates by maintaining updated community resource materials. Contacts community resources on behalf of parishioners as appropriate.

Works with individuals during times of transition due to changing health
and support needs. Assists in anticipating and planning for needs when persons are changing health care settings.

For more information about these activities and any other questions about how Health Ministry may be of service to you please see the contact information below.