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Pastoral Care
To Join the Parish If you are already a member of the Episcopal Church, please call the parish office (630) 665-1101 and ask for a parishioner information sheet. Complete the information sheet, including the request that your membership be transferred from your previous parish. If you are new to the Episcopal Church, you may speak with one of our clergy or call the parish office for a newcomer's brochure outlining Trinity's various ministries, programs and activities. Everyone is welcome to attend any of our services. Also, plan to attend Inquirers' Class which provides orientation to Trinity Church and to the Episcopal Church in general. To arrange for a Baptism Since the time of Christ, Holy Baptism has been one of the central sacraments in the Episcopalian Christian tradition. It is a special time when adults and children are invited into the family of Christ. Baptism is a sacrament of initiation by we are cleansed from our sin and brought into new life in Christ. Holy Baptism is especially appropriate at the following times: The Easter Vigil, Day of Penticost, All Saints day or Sunday after All Saints day, Feast of the Baptism of our Lord (the 1st Sunday of Epiphany). It is recommended that as far as possible Baptisms be reserved for these occasions or when a bishop is present. Please contact the parish administrator to learn the dates when Holy Baptism will be administered and to arrange for a meeting with a member of the clergy. To arrange for a hospital visit Please phone the parish office (630) 665-1101 if you or a member of your household are hospitalized for any reason. The parish clergy are privileged to visit in the hospital to offer prayers for the sick and to bring the sacrament of Holy Eucharist to any baptized Christian who desires it. To arrange for a funeral Notify one of the clergy or phone the parish office to inform of a death in your family. Our parish clergy will meet with your family to arrange for a funeral and assist you during this difficult time To arrange for Weddings Please contact the parish office to discuss dates, times and parish guidelines. To obtain counseling Contact any of our parish clergy through the parish office. The clergy do not engage in long-term pastoral counseling. They are, however, knowledgeable about the various agencies and professional counseling resources in the area. |