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Who Shall We Help Today
Poet: John McLeod, (c)1982
Who shall we help today, my friends,
Who shall we help today?
A poor-man passing in the road
A word to ease his way?
A kindly thought, a friendly deed
A smile so freely given?
These are the treasures all may give
These are the keys to heaven!
Who shall we help today, my friends,
Who shall we help today?
A sad soul in distress perhaps?
Kneel with that soul and pray;
Show him the love our Father showed
In the way His son was given:
These are the gifts all have to give,
These are the keys to heaven!
Who shall we help today, my friends,
Who shall we help today?
The lame, the sick, all those in need?
So much that one can say
And do to help another's pain
In love's compassion given,
Yours is the gift of giving, friend,
Yours are the keys to heaven!
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Who Are Our Homebound Members?
Persons 18 years of age and older who cannot regularly attend Bible Study and worship are considered homebound. They may be persons severely handicapped physically, persons with declining health, or aged persons unable to get out. The Homebound Ministry recognizes the persons who care for their homebound family members are also in need of ministry.
The homebound are in need of socialization to help with their feeling of isolation. Some must leave their homes to have the medical care they need and experience grief at this loss. They deal with the frustration of declining physical ability and mobility. They often experience spiritual isolation and need individual attention.How To Become A Homebound Member - Deacon Richard Longoria -361-446-2291
Sunday School teachers, staff or deacons may recommend a person to the Homebound Ministry. The team leader will contact the recommended person and their family to determine the needs. homebound members are assigned to caregivers at the discretion of the team leader.
The St. Helena Homebound team delivers communion to residents of the Wooldride Place Nursing Center. They also visit St. Helena parishioners in their homes. After your training you will receive a list and a homebound visit schedule.