Care And Fellowship

"I give you a new commandment, that you love one another just as I have loved you. You also should love one another. By this everyone will know you are a disciple, if you love one another."
- John 13:34-35

This church is committed to sharing compassionate care and nurture with our members and neighbors through a variety of ministries. Our pastors, care team members and parish nurse meet weekly, and are in daily communication about congregational and community care needs. They monitor and respond to 50-60 care situations in the congregation and community every week. For further information: Pstor Mary Keen, Pastor Clay Oglesbee or Ruth Kruse, Parish Nurse (507-645-5689).

+Pastoral visitation at home and on the telephone

+Surgery, medical care and hospital calls

+Crisis Counseling and short-term counseling (up to about ten sessions) with Pastor Mary Keen.

+Pre-marriage, marriage and separation/divorce counseling

+Parish Nurse visits, blood-pressure screening, health instruction, health counseling, friendly visits

+Congregation Care personal visits, call or notes for individuals or households with pressing needs

+Licensed Marriage and Family Counseling, short-term, for members at no or low cost. These services are also available at adjustable costs for community residents (with Pastor Mary Keen)

+Adult and family classes on marriage, children, teens, and other relationship areas

+Practical helps care for individuals or households in need (e.g. meals, rides, friendly visits, etc.)