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?
Sample Health Ministry Brochure
Debbie Ventura, Diocesan Liaison in the Diocese of West Virginia, was kind enough to share this sample of their health ministry brochure. We hope it inspires ideas for your own promotion of health ministry!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. 
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American Lung Association: Freedom from Smoking Program
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