Personal Care: Our pastoral team have a personal relationship with all members of the parish. They visit and anoint parishioners going into the hospital for procedures and surgeries. They meet and develop a relationship with couples who are to marry, with families before baptism, and supports families and individuals in the dying process. They also love to be invited to family gatherings!

Undergirded in Prayer: Everything we ‘do’ is undergirded in prayer. Parishioners may request prayer for others by writing names on a list under the pulpit; names are read aloud during Prayers of the People at Sunday services and throughout the week in our other worship services. Centering Prayer (Meditation) is taught and practiced regularly at Christ Church.

Prayer chains and prayer lists: We believe in the Power of Prayer, keeping ‘God’s time’ in mind. Prayer requests and chains are readily available and encouraged. When requested, and with permission, prayers are sent by email. These prayer requests are for persons within and outside of our parish. The Healing Team, Morning Prayers attendants, and/or Daughters of the King are typically prayerful participants. Confidential prayers are handled by the rector, deacon and Daughters of the King; in contrast, an individual may want their request to be widely shared with joy and hope.

Eucharistic Visitors: In addition to Fr. Bryce’s pastoral visits, in homes, hospitals and nursing homes, we have several lay persons trained for Eucharistic visitation for people who cannot attend church services.

Healing Team: Healing and Prayer Ministers, who have a well-developed and active prayer life are available for personal prayer requests may include laying on of hands when requested.

Please Contact Kim at the main office at officemgr@rdgchristchurch.org or 610-374-8269 with any questions or concerns.