Sick & Homebound Ministry

In the event of a pastoral emergency (a death in the family, anointing of the sick, etc.) please contact the parish at 651-484-2708.

Caring for those who are sick is a corporal work of mercy and somethign we value at Saint John's.  We have volunteers who work closely with the pastoral minister and the pastor in visiting those parishioners who are not able to attend Mass or other events at the church.
 

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to the Hospital

Every Friday, a group of volunteers from Saint John's Church brings Communion to Catholic patients at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood, MN.  If interested in this ministry, please contact Eric Cooley, pastoral minister, or fill out the information form on this page.
 

Pastoral Care Volunteers to the Sick & Homebound

Sometimes sickness strikes or there might be another barrier that prevents a parishioner from attending the church for Mass or other events.  Our pastoral minister works closely with these volunteers to arrange for visits and to bring Communion throughout the month to those who request this service.  If interested in this ministry, please contact Eric Cooley, pastoral minister, or fill out the information form on this page.
 

BeFriender Ministry

At times, everyone experiences difficult and transitional situations.  BeFriender Ministry offers a caring companion to listen, empathize, and be a reminder of our loving and supportive faith community.  Our ministry principles include:  God is Present, Caring not Curing, Nonjudgmental Presence, and Active Listening.  Whether faced with sickness, isolation, grief or other difficult life situation, our BeFrienders are here to help.  If interested in this ministry, please contact Eric Cooley, pastoral minister, or fill out the information form on this page.