Exercise. Eat right. Wear a safety belt. Give blood. Eliminate Stress.

Today, it seems like everyone is getting on the bandwagon for better health. And, [NAME OF CONGREGATION] is no different! Did you know that we have a congregational nurse program? This program helps congregation members identify their health care needs, express health concerns, and find and use the community services they need.

And, we’re not alone. Today there are more than 8,000 – 10,000 parish nurse programs across the country, with at least 600 programs in Minnesota*. Simply, a congregational nurse is a registered nurse whose specialty is working in faith communities to help individuals promote, protect and optimize their health, prevent injuries and illness, and alleviate suffering within the values, beliefs and practices of the faith.

Our congregational nurse, [ADD NAME], has many important responsibilities. She [ADD SPECIFIC DUTIES – some examples…provides health education and counseling, trains volunteers, identifies support systems in the community, etc…..] [add any previous events or programs that you want to highlight]

For more information on this program, call [add contact information….name, location, hours, telephone, email]