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Pastoral Care
Both ordained and lay members of the Pastoral Team, together with others
in the congregation, engage in the on-going pastoral ministry of the
parish to both visitors and residents under the direction and guidance
of the Vicar who has, what is often termed, the cure of souls. They are
deeply conscious that they minister in the name of Jesus Christ who
cared for all. Great care is taken to ensure that confidentiality is
respected. Specific members of the team have the Bishop's authority to
take the Sacrament of Eucharist - the Body and Blood of Christ - to
those who are sick, incapacitated or housebound, who highly value this
ministry and the sense of feeling connected to the rest of the
worshipping community.
Confessions and Counselling
The clergy are always ready to lend a listening ear and, when requested,
to offer counselling and the Sacrament of Reconciliation (often known as
Confession). The place of the Sacrament of Reconciliation is part of the
Church of England's pastoral ministry and is enshrined in the Book of
Common Prayer. Should I go to confession? The Church of England has
always taken the view that "all may, none must, some should" and that it
is a valuable and confidential ministry. Contact the Vicar.
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