Health and Healing Ministry

Health Ministry at Our Savior's...

-          reclaims the mission of Christ to “preach the kingdom of God and to heal.” (Luke 9:2)

-          recognizes that the mission of the church community is to proclaim God’s desire that we all have abundant life.

-          reaffirms and supports the journey toward wholeness in the relationship of body, mind and spirit.

To accomplish this ministry, Our Savior’s has a parish nurse, a Health Ministry Committee, many volunteers, and several health ministry programs.

Parish Nurse

Parish nurses seek to bridge the gap between faith and health. This is accomplished through education, health counseling, pastoral care, volunteer coordination, health & community resource linkage, and advocacy—all built upon a spiritual foundation. Becky Kneer, RN, MS, Parish Nurse, is a member of Our Savior’s staff. She has a background in teaching and community health nursing. She is a graduate of the Parish Nurse Preparation Program and a member of the Chippewa Valley Parish Nurse Network. She can be reached at 235-0693, ext 17, or email becky@oslme.com. She is available 20 hours per week.

Health Ministry

Our Savior’s Health Ministry seeks to promote the well-being of our faith community by encouraging “individuals and groups to move toward the stewardship of health through education, health promotion, screenings, caring, healing and outreach.”

Programs and Opportunities

Care Ministry

A ministry of caring in many ways…through visits to members in their homes, assisted living or other settings, phone calls, assisting with community worship services, transportation, etc. Grief Ministry provides follow-up with families for one year following the death of a loved one.

Prayer Shawl Ministry

This ministry is one of loving hearts and hands. The knitter or crocheter prays for the recipient as the needles create a warm shawl that brings both warmth and spiritual comfort. Prayer shawls are given to members and non-members in time of need as a reminder of God’s constant love and presence. Contact: Kathi Lehmann.

Kitchen Ministry

Comfort foods (casseroles, soups, cookies) are prepared at church with a friendly group. Frozen meals are then shared with members in time of need. Contact Mary Langford.

Prayer Chains

Call the church office to request an email prayer chain. To request a phone prayer chain contact Mabel Gifford.

Healing Services

Approximately 3-4 times per year an opportunity for healing prayers is offered at worship services. To be involved, contact Becky Kneer.

Home Communion

Holy Communion is shared with shut-in members in their home or community setting by lay members.

Blood Pressure Checks

Offered between services in the Friendship Room one Sunday per month. To assist, contact Pat Sandness, RN.

Caregiver Support Group

Offering support, encouragement and resources to those who provide care for a loved one; group meets at church.

No Hassle CPR

Ongoing classes are offered in a low-stress, small group setting. Participants learn the basics of life-saving CPR. Classes last 1 ½ hours and are free of charge.

Health Ministry Team

Meets monthly to help plan and support ongoing Health Ministry programs at Our Savior’s. No health background needed, only an interest in promoting well-being.