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Mission:
To promote health and wholeness of the mind, body and spirit in the
congregation of St. James, its members and community.
The health ministry team consists of 7-9 members who dedicate themselves
to Christ and to promoting wellness in this world. The length of term of
service shall be 2 years with one half of the members new to the
committee each year. A budget will be developed for equipment,
educational supplies, guest speakers and other needs.
Goals:
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Integration of
mind, body and spirit to achieve wellness and Wholeness.
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Prevention of
illness through education.
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Promote healthy
lifestyles.
Functions:
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Assesses the health of St. James
congregation and its members.
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Plans and provides health
education based on the needs of the congregation.
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Identifies resources within the
congregation and the community that are available for health promotion.
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Supports health-promoting
activities of other committees and programs within the congregation.
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Evaluates the health-promoting
programs in the congregation.
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Serves as advisor to a parish
nurse, if one is obtained, and works with that person(s) in conjunction
with the pastors.
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Is accessible to and attentive to
members of the congregation.
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Will develop budget for equipment,
education supplies, guest speakers and other needs.
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