Calvary's Health and Caring Ministry...

• Reclaims the mission of Christ to preach the kingdom of God and to heal. (Luke 9:2)

• Recognizes that the church community is to proclaim God's desire that we have abundant life. (John 10:10)

• Reaffirms and supports the journey toward wholeness in the relationship of body, mind and spirit.

Parish Nursing

Parish nursing is a melding of nursing and ministry. The parish nurse ministers to individuals and families, using health education and spiritual maturity to promote wellness of body, mind and spirit. Annette Langdon, RN, MA, Parish Nurse and Director of Health & Caring Ministries has a Masters in Pastoral Theology and Ministry from Luther Seminary and many years of experience. She can be reached at 763.231.2955, or eMail alangdon@calvary.org.

Calvary is blessed with several Parish Nurses, serving with Annette in areas of health education, Care Team Ministry and Health Ministry.

For more information on Parish Nursing -
International Parish Nurse Resource Center: www.parishnurses.org
Parish Nurse Preparation Courses through Concordia College, Moorehead: www.cord.edu/dept/parishnursing

Health Ministry

The Calvary Health Ministry promotes the well-being of individuals and families. When people are well, they are better able to fulfill God's calling for their lives. It is important to remember that wellness is not dependent on the absence of pain or illness.

Activities of the Health Ministry include blood pressure screening, blood drives, health education, and information on advanced directives.

BeFrienders

BeFriender is a lay caring ministry program, which expands the pastoral care extended by the church. BeFrienders are specially trained lay persons who enter into caring relationships with others at times of special need. They are caring companions offering emotional and spiritual support, bringing with them the caring presence of God and the community. For more information about being a BeFriender or having a BeFriender connected with you, please contact Pastor Annette Langdon, 763.231.2955 or eMail alangdon@calvary.org.

Blood pressure checks

Second Tuesday of each month 11:00 a.m. to Noon in Room E120 with Congregate Dining and the third Sunday of each month 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in A119 (outside of the Chapel).

Breathe, Stretch, Pray Exercise

This exercise combines yoga poses, Christian music and devotions.
Thursdays, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Room N204. 8 sessions for $50.00 (minimum 6 participants required). Call for dates or to register call Georgie at 763.231.2975. Instructor provided by www.yogadevotion.com.

Disabilities Ministries

The purpose of the Disabilities Ministries at Calvary is to lead people with disabilities into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. This means making Calvary a place that welcomes people with disabilities through accessible environment and with personal openness. Calvary is a welcoming place and can be even more so to people with disabilities.

A Disabilities Ministries group meets on the first Mondays of the month at 6:00 p.m. in Room N209. Please feel free to join them if you are interested.

American Sign Language

ASL is offered at Calvary on the 2nd Sunday of the month at the contemporary worship service.
- 8:45 a.m. September - May in the Sanctuary
- 10:00 a.m. June - August outdoors in Calvary Park

Environmental Ministry

Please visit Calvary Environmental Ministry page to find out more information about this important ministry.

Faith Walking

If you're looking for a place to walk, think about walking at Calvary! You can walk around the building on one level or up and down the stairs for a power workout. Add some prayer and scripture to make it faith walking!

Check in with the receptionist before you begin and borrow a pedometer and a map. Stop in the Prayer Room for scripture or a prayer to use as you walk. Come as early as 7:00 a.m. and as late as 9:00 p.m.

Hospitalization

If you are ill, or know someone who is ill . . .

Hospitals are no longer notifying churches when their members are admitted for care. Please call the church office, 763.545.5659, and let us know so that Calvary can support you with prayer and with presence.

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Loving hearts and hands make up the Prayer Shawl ministry. The knitter or crocheter prays for the recipient as her needles create a soft shawl that brings physical warmth and spiritual comfort. The prayer shawl is given to someone who is in crisis or who suffers in body, mind or spirit. It's an embrace of prayer that serves as a tangible reminder of God's constant love and presence that can bring healing to the heart.

Those who create the prayer shawls gather three times a year for fellowship and inspiration. For more information, please call Judy (763.588.4419) or Linda (763.545.7313).

More general information about Prayer Shawl ministry.