Pastoral Care Services

When individuals and families face important events in their lives, the staff and workers of Pastoral Care Services come along side them. Whether at the birth of a child, during an illness, facing a crisis, preparing for marriage, or conducting a funeral, Pastoral Care Services encourages and supports the congregation.

"Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers."

Galatians 6:10

Benevolence
When individual or families struggle to provide shelter, food, and clothing for themselves and family members, assistance and referral may be provided by Pastoral Care Services. Completion of a client application and an interview are required.

For more information, contact Mark Clough, ext. 235 or Debbie at ext. 226.

Child-Parent Dedication
The Chapel conducts Child-Parent Dedication ceremonies throughout the year. Parents bring their newborn and young children; and, in a brief ceremony during a worship service, pledge to raise their child in a Christian home.

A child/parent dedication will be held on Sun., Sept. 19. For details or to register for the informational class on Sept. 12, call Shari Gilpin at 673-4009.

Crisis Intervention
At times, almost everyone finds it necessary to seek help in crisis. Pastoral Care Services provides aid through short-term counseling and/or referral to other support agencies.

If you need assistance in crisis, call Mark Clough, Associate Pastor, 625-6200, ext. 235.

Funerals
The death of a loved one is always a difficult time in the life of any family. For attendees, The Chapel provides the comfort of the pastoral staff at the time of death, assistance with funeral arrangements, the conducting of the funeral and graveside services, and compassionate follow-up. In some instances, caring workers may provide funeral meals.

Contact Mark Clough, Associate Pastor, 625-6200, ext. 235.

Prayer Support
There may be times when you want The Chapel staff and other caring individuals to pray for your or persons you know and love. When that time comes, call Debbie Kreiger, Ministry Assistant, 625-6200, ext. 226.

Visitation
The pastoral staff and other helpers provide regular visits and comfort to those persons who are in area hospitals and nursing homes. The pastors also provide visits and communion to shut-ins unable to attend regular worship services.

If you or a family member want to receive a visit from a pastor or helper, call Mark Clough, Associate Pastor, 625-6200, ext. 235.

Pre-Marital Counseling and Weddings
The Chapel provides its resources and personnel to The Chapel family for weddings. Specifically, it will provide 1) a place for the ceremony, 2) a minister, 3) a wedding coordinator, and 4) a pre-marital counseling program.

Limitations do apply. For more information, please refer to the Wedding FAQ.

If you want to schedule your wedding at The Chapel, Contact Mark Clough, Associate Pastor, 625-6200, ext. 235 for an appointment.