Pastoral Care

UUCR’s Pastoral Care Team is a central part of the congregation’s shared ministry, greatly extending the pastoral reach of the Minister. In cooperation with the Minister and Ministerial Intern, this group of specially trained volunteers attends to the pastoral needs of the congregation.  

Through phone calls, notes, and visits, the Pastoral Care Team connects with those who are feeling isolated or experiencing a loss or stressful situation. 

The Team is available to help coordinate memorial service receptions. 

The Pastoral Care Team also leads special events to meet particular needs. “When the Holidays Hurt” is a service of peace presented each December, and group “Caring Conversations” meetings take place weekly online during the pandemic. The Milo Ministry offered a caring space to grieve the loss of a pet, and The Conversation Project helped congregants to define and express end-of-life wishes.

Members of the lay Pastoral Care Team are trained to listen without judgment and to keep all discussions confidential.

Please contact the Pastoral Care Team at [email protected].

Caring and Sharing

The Caring and Sharing team assists members and friends of the church with meals and transportation to and from appointments during times of illness, emergency, or other personal situation.

If you would like the caring support of your church community, please complete our Caring and Sharing Form, which opens in a new tab. Our Caring and Sharing Coordinator will be in touch with you soon.

To join the team that provides caring support to fellow church members, please complete our Commitment Form, which opens in a new tab.

Contact the Minister

To speak with our minister, email Minister or phone the Office Administrator at 781-944-0494.