All members of the Christ Church Cathedral community have access to guidance, support, pastoral care, and sacramental ministry during times of sickness, need, or transition, both from the clergy and from others in the community. As the body of Christ, we are called to “bear one another’s burdens as we share in the ministry of the apostles’ teaching and fellowship.” To learn about care for those in emotional and spiritual need, ministries for the homebound, and healing ministries, please contact the Reverend Canon Lissa Smith.
Healing Ministry Committee
Healing Ministry provides support to parishioners in times of crisis, illness, and/or transition through Prayer, the Laying on of Hands, and Anointing. On Sunday mornings during the Liturgies, members of the clergy and lay healing ministers assist parishioners who come into the Chapel seeking prayer for the healing of body, mind and spirit and for the ability to manage peacefully life’s many sufferings. For more information, contact the Reverend Canon Lissa Smith.
the Order of the Daughters of the King
Daughters of the King is a religious order, founded in 1885. Its purpose is to support and assist members of the church and its mission through prayer and by granting scholarships to women for religious education. For more information, contact Becky Hamilton.
Feed My Sheep Committee
The Feed My Sheep Ministry provides comfort through meals for parishioners (or immediate family members) who have recently been discharged from the hospital, are experiencing a crisis, or have had a death in the family. For more information, contact Susan Hudson.
Guild of the Christ Child
This group provides support for families who are expecting a child through birth or adoption. Notes, a meal, and a hand-knit blanket are provided to families who are blessed with the arrival of a child. For more information, contact the Reverend Canon Lissa Smith.
Jesse Tree Committee
During Advent, amaryllis bulbs are delivered by volunteers to parishioners who are homebound. For information, contact the Reverend Canon Lissa Smith.
Paws and Claws Ministry
Our pets aren’t just animals, they are beloved companions and members of our families. When a pet gets sick, dies, or has to be mercifully put down, it is a major event in the lives of those who love them. It can be a blessing to have someone to talk to during those times. If you or someone you know needs to meet or talk, contact the Reverend Canon Lissa Smith.
Eucharistic Visitor Ministry
The Eucharistic Visitor Ministry serves Christ in all persons, caring for our elders, those in need, and those unable to attend Sunday worship. Eucharistic visitations happen on Sundays after morning liturgies and midweek as needed. Contact Becca Ingle for more information.
Prayer List Ministry
The ongoing 128-year history of praying the Prayers of the People prayer list continues every Sunday and at the Midday Holy Eucharist. To add someone to the prayer list please contact Anzora Lee-Starks. The Cathedral also participates in the annual Diocesan Day of Prayer.
Recovery Ministry
The “Many Paths” Recovery Ministry meets on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. The program is in reference to Bill W., the founder of Alcoholics Anonymous, who once observed: “There are many paths to recovery.” The Recovery Ministry is open to wisdom from a variety of traditions and sources. Contact the Rev. Richard Wineland for more information.
Prayer Shaw Ministry
The Prayer Shawl Ministry is made up of a group of women who, while faithfully praying for their recipients, hand-knit shawls for Christ Church Cathedral parishioners who are facing major life-changing circumstances. The Prayer Shawls are blessed and delivered to those facing terminal illness, a transition to an assisted living facility, and to new parents who have an infant in the NICU among other needs. For more information, contact Reverend Canon Lissa Smith.
Letters of Thanks Ministry
Thank you notes are generated for donations to the Cathedral in memory of a parishioner who has died, along with notification to the family of the deceased.