Topics: Pastoral Care 101 – Visitation Program in Your Church

Care is a central part of who we are. We live out Christ’s care for a world in need. But we, too, need care. In the crisis moments of life, in seasons of loss and grief, we need Christ’s loving presence to be real and tangible for us. This self-care function of the church is “pastoral care,” though the pastor can’t and shouldn’t do all of it. This learning opportunity will guide you in setting up a pastoral care program that your whole congregation can be part of.

Facilitator: The Rev. Jodi Shay

Jodi is an ordained UCC pastor working in non-traditional ministry while being in community with First Congregational Church of Jefferson, Ohio.  Jodi has served as a local pastor, worship pastor, and youth pastor in various contexts.  She has also worked for several years in the home health industry and in HR.  Jodi is a graduate of Iliff School of Theology in Denver, CO, a certified trainer for Mental Health First Aid, and a certified HR professional through the Society of Human Resource Management. She maintains a full-time job in the home health software industry while she provides management training and other HR resources to small businesses as a ministry and an investment in the local community. In her free time, she loves kayaking, baseball games, the Erie Philharmonic, camping, and enjoying nature with friends and family.