Faith community nursing 9 (Parish Nurse)

Parish Nurse - WAYS TO ADD HEALTHY YEARS TO YOUR LIFE 9

In The Trenches with Congregational Nurses

Host: Parish Nurse Theletha Williams – AKA Nurse 4 you

Our goal is to minister to the mind, body and soul. Congregational Nursing is vital part of our ministry

Congregational Nursing (aka Parish Nursing) is a vital part of our society. The purpose of this role is to take our profession to where it can reach more people: the church and community. Our goal is to minister to the mind, body and soul.

Parish/Congregational Nursing does not focus on the physical part of a person only. This type of nursing encompasses the whole person: mind, body and soul (spirit). My premises is based on III John 2, 1 Cor. 3:16-17, 1 Cor. 6:19-20, Psalms 139:13-14 and Romans 12: 1-2.  In order to serve in church ministry, we must be physically, mentally and spiritually balance. Our wellness must be inclusive in all aspects of our lives.

Responsibilities may include:

Health education and teaching, Personal health counseling for faith community members, Organizing health support groups, Assessing congregational and community health needs, Responding to health-related issues such as substance abuse, addictions and violence within congregational families or the surrounding community

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