Today chaplains from Baptistcare, Bethanie Care, Amana Living, Uniting Church Homes, Adventist Care, Catholic Homes, Southern Cross Care, Mercy Care and Alzheimers Association gathered for a special dedication service for aged care chaplains and pastoral carers.
This is the first time a service of this nature has been held in WA across such a wide range of aged care services, and it was a great time to acknowledge the important role of chaplains within aged care. Dr Brian Harris, the Principal of Vose Seminary presented a thought provoking message to the group, encouraging chaplains in their responsibility of holding on to people's stories.
One of the statements read by the leader of the service was this: God welcomes you as people who pause alongside - to give and to receive - those who struggle and search, those who tell stories of delight and sadness, and those who grieve and seek healing and hope.
Baptistcare has 11 chaplains who provide a unique service to residents, clients and staff.
Thankyou chaplains for your committment and service. Your presence is highly valued.
No comments:
Post a Comment