The Pastoral Care Ministry serves the sick, elderly and homebound members of our parish and the surrounding community.

Whether you are seeking pastoral care services or a volunteer opportunity, you'll find a wealth of information below.

Seeking pastoral care services:

If you, or someone you know, would like a visit while at home, in the hospital or nursing home, please contact Sister Marianne Kempa, at 543-8292, ext. 216, or leave a message with the Parish Office or in the Hospitality Center.

Seeking a volunteer opportunity:

At St. Gregory the Great, we strive to achieve "greatness through service". There are many ways to serve and the area of pastoral care provides a wide variety of opportunities.

Time commitments vary for each of the ministries. You can be as flexible as your schedule allows. Even one hour a month can make a difference!

Please contact Sister Marianne Kempa, at 543-8292, ext. 216, or kempam@archmil.org if your are interested in volunteering for any of the following ministries or if you need further information.

Care to Share -- Offers temporary help with a meals during a time of crisis.

Eucharistic Minister of Care --Shares the Eucharist and prayer with those members of our parish who are sick, homebound or in a nursing home. Time commitments are flexible, from once a month to once a week. (Training will be provided).

Household Helper -- Performs small tasks such as cleaning, small repairs, gardening, mowing, shoveling, and other related household tasks for parishioners in need.

Interfaith -- Unites efforts of congregations and other community organizations to enhance or maintain the quality of life for the aged and disabled. Various services are provided.

Prayer Network -- Offers prayers for the intentions of the parishioners of St. Greg's. This ministry is open to all parishioners.

St. Luke's Medical Center Eucharistic Minister -- Distributes communion at St. Luke's on the third Sunday morning of every month. (Training will be provided).

Sunshine Club -- Sends cards to those hospitalized, recovering from illness, in a nursing home, or homebound.

Transportation Volunteer -- Provides transportation to parishioners who can no longer drive, to various places such as church on the weekend, doctor's appointments, and the grocery store.

Widows Support Group -- A women's group open to parish members and friends; provides spiritual and social support during any phase of widowhood. Meets monthly.

Bereavement Ministry -- Assists in the parish with hospitality at funeral visitations and liturgies.