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Does
Pastoral Staff Make Hospital/Nursing Home Visits?
Yes. Bro. Matt believes that one aspect of his calling is to provide
pastoral care to God's flock. The Shepherd metaphor in Scripture reminds us
that sheep (believers in God's fold) need to be guided and cared for by the
pastor (John 21:15-19; Acts 20:28; Ephesians 4:11; 1 Peter 5:2). Bro. Matt
truly enjoys showing the love and care of Christ to people in times of great
need or illness.
However, it must be said that the primary calling of a pastor is to spend
time with God in prayer and in the study of God's Word so the proclamation
and teaching of the Bible can be unhindered (Acts 6:1-7; 2 Timothy 4:2).
Pastors have many demands upon their schedule and many members who need to
be cared for. The needs are too great for one pastor to meet. Therefore,
Bro. John Grogan serves TBC in this vital task of pastoral care. The Bible
says one of the responsibilities of the pastor is to 'equip the saints for
the work of ministry so that the body of Christ may be built up' (Ephesians
4:12). At Temple Baptist Church we equip deacons, staff members, and church
members to assist in providing care through hospital and nursing home
visits. These people are extensions of the pastor's ministry.
If you or a loved one is in need of a visit please call the church office at
731-686-8701 and give us the information. Bro. John will be glad to visit. |
