Why should a church consider Faith Community Nursing?
The church is often the first place people come with their health needs. The nurse can enhance the ministry of the present staff and existing programs through a loving presence, attentive listening and prayer. Because the nurse is already connected with health systems, she can refer them to the appropriate sources and become their advocate. The nurse will earn the trust of the congregation and will often be the first one they call when illness comes. As health care systems become increasingly complex, the FCN provides an outreach to the community as persons are often uncertain, unaware or uninformed. The nurse facilitates outreach by drawing persons into the church by providing for their felt needs.
