Healing Service with African Drumming and Reiki
This is a service that employs both traditional and non-traditional healing methods: African Drumming and Reiki, plus traditional healing prayer and laying on of hands. The service is based on the concept of release of tension through African drumming, restoration of peace through quietness and solitude and prayer for continued health through the laying on of hands. This service was a featured event at Grace Church in the Diocese of Southern Ohio.
The Episcopal Disability Network
The Episcopal Disability Network works for the inclusion of people with disabilities into the life of the church and of society. They provide consultative assistance to congregations wishing to make their buildings accessible. They offer multimedia resources on disability awareness and other disability issues. They also maintain a free lending library of over 450 taped books, available to people who are print-handicapped. Topics include church history, spirituality and disability issues.
Educational Leaflets on Church Disability Concerns
A list of resources available from the Rev. Kathryn Piccard, co-chair of the diocesan Disability Concerns Committee, Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts. These leaflets have been developed in co-operation with Ms. Fran Wallis of the Diocese of Texas.
Health Ministry FAQ
1) Why should a congregation consider health ministry?
2) What is the theological grounding for health ministry?
3) How does health ministry relate to spiritual healing?
4) How does health ministry differ from good pastoral care?
5) What is parish nursing?
6) What are the roles of a parish nurse?
7) What is the difference between parish nursing and health ministry?
8) Specifically, what does a parish nurse do?
9) What is a typical day for a parish nurse?
10) How do you know whether a church is ready for health ministries?
Recovery Ministries of the Episcopal Church
Recovery Ministries is an independent, nationwide network of Episcopal laity and clergy, dioceses and parishes, schools, agencies, and other institutions - all with a common commitment to address the use and misuse of alcohol and other drugs in relation to the church's mission.