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Pastoral Care

Pastoral Care involves any form of care and concern expressed by the ministers as well as selected members of the congregation for those in the congregation. It involves individual care as well as congregational care.  Deborah Hart is the minister responsible for coordinating this care but she has a committee and several groups who contribute. You can reach her by calling her at 416-481-1141 ext 320 or by email @ deborah.hart@esgunited.org.

Pastoral Care Committee

The mission of the Pastoral Care Committee aims to ensure that every person matters and feels a sense of belonging, and that the joyful, loving and caring spirit of Christ shines through those who offer pastoral care. There are five areas: member care, seniors’ care, wellness and spirituality, congregational events and hospitality.

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Member Care
Through the Caller Program, members receive a phone call three times a year to check in and see how they are doing, if they have concerns, and are connected with the congregation’s life and work. One of the ministers may visit those in hospital or going through difficult times as appropriate or requested. Flowers from the Sunday services are delivered to those in hospital or in-care facilities. Support groups exist from time to time, such as for those dealing with cancer or grief. Check our events in February for Deborah Hart's annual Grief Group.

Seniors’ Care
Through the Pastoral Care Team, visitors are matched with seniors confined to their homes or seniors’ care facilities and keep in touch monthly. Luncheons, which include communion or guest speakers, are held each spring and fall, and rides to church are arranged as needed. Special educational events geared for seniors are held throughout the year as well.

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Wellness and Spirituality
At ESG we seek to care for the whole person – body, mind and spirit. Workshops, retreats, and educational events take place year-round. There is weekly yoga and meditation (Monday afternoons and evenings) and a various other health-related events, such as an annual walking tour. Several members of the congregation are trained in Therapeutic Touch and Reiki and offer treatments.  For a booking, call Ann Schmid at 416 499-0599.

Learn more about Well-being and Spirituality at ESG.

Congregational Events
The Committee ensures that there are several opportunities each year for the congregation to get together and build community.  Examples include Final Friday Film nights (usually the last Friday of the month), Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper and ESG's annual Fall BBQ (September). Check What's Happening.

Hospitality

Sunday morning coffee hour, receptions for funerals and memorial services, and other forms of hospitality are also considered part of caring for the congregation and its members.

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