Visiting the Elderly

In every parish there are elderly parishioners who are not able to come to church. By going out to them as a minister of care, you play a vital role in helping them stay connected to the parish and to their family of faith.

This helpful guide was written to support you in your very important ministry—to help you be prepared, confident, and knowledgeable about what to expect and what to do. Here you’ll find the ABCs of visiting, with suggested prayers and very practical advice about what to say or not say, and how to act.

* We ask our Canadian friends, to please order directly from Novalis.

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Author: Linda Dayler

32 pages, 5.25” x 6.875”