Care-a-Van
This group provides rides to church and to selected important
personal appointments for parishioners who don’t drive or who are
temporarily disabled. Contact: Peter Pitarys (425-635-1191)
Couples Seeking Children
People who have gone through fertility treatment, the adoption
process, and/or foster parenting are available to provide information
and support for those entering a similar situation. Contact:
Fred & Gwyn Barkman (425-646-9367)
Domestic Violence Information & Referral
We provide confidential assistance for those who feel unsafe due to
violence in a partnership or household, or for those who seek such help
on behalf of another. Contacts: Gini Davis (206-235-0196) or
any St. Thomas clergy (425-454-9541)
Friendly Connections
Lay ministers visit house-bound parishioners to provide a spiritual
presence and Christian fellowship. Contact: Carole Myers
(206-282-3386)
Loaves and Fishes
Lay ministers meet in a fellowship group to cook meals for
parishioners coping with emergencies. Contact: Beth Zobel
(425-641-9723)
Parish Pets
Lay ministers bring trained dogs to shut-ins at home, in nursing
homes, and in adult day centers. Contact: Anne Demitriades
(425-453-8288)
Stephen Ministry
Lay ministers are trained and commissioned listeners who offer
confidential care to people who are grieving or in crisis. Contact:
Jason Hanleybrown (425-883-2872)
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