Coordinator: Tim Madden

Phone:  (815) 479-9787                       e-mail:  ccm@stpatrickmchenry.org

Goals and Purpose:  This ministry is dedicated to bringing the Eucharist to the sick, homebound, and residents of Alden Terrace or The Villa in McHenry.

Responsibilities:  Bring the Eucharist to those who cannot come to church to receive weekly. Visit either those that are homebound (weekly), hospitalized (rotating basis every 4-5 weeks) or living at Alden Terrace or The Villa in McHenry (rotating basis every 4-5 weeks).

Helpful Attributes:  Registered parishioners who have been Confirmed and are in good standing with the Church; Compassionate and caring nature; Willingness to follow HIPAA guidelines for patient privacy

Time Commitment: Flexible time commitment depending on your choice of involvement. Homebound visits are every Sunday morning, hospital visits are every Tuesday morning (rotating schedule), visits to The Villa are every Sunday morning (rotating schedule) and visits to Alden Terrace are every Tuesday morning (rotating schedule)

Training Required:  Training conducted by experienced volunteers in this ministry

Meeting Schedule: Once or Twice per year