Pastoral Care
We are committed to providing care to our members throughout their lifespan. We do this by meeting and accepting you wherever you are in your life and spiritual journey, by helping you to discover and make meaning from your life events, by cherishing and enriching our understanding the human journey and each other, by experiencing and supporting you through major milestones, celebrations and transitions, and providing you support and care in times of need.
MINISTERS
Our ministers are available to provide counsel, care, support and guidance to members in need.
If you would like to speak with one of our ministers, please contact them directly:
Rev. Alan Taylor, Senior Minister :: 708/848-6225 x101
Rev. Emily Gage, Minister of Faith Development :: 708/848-6225 x103
Rev. Scott Aaseng, Intern Minister :: 708/848-6225 x106
PASTORAL ASSOCIATES
When life’s joys and sorrows come along it is often helpful to talk with a sensitive peer. Pastoral Associates are able to provide support, companionship and attentive listening. They have been chosen for their warmth and openness and have received special training from the ministers, but are not trained therapists. Confidentially is always complete.
If you are in need of support or know someone who is, email pastoralassociates@unitytemple.org, call the congregation office at 708/848-6225, or contact one of the pastoral associates.
Pastoral Associates
Rev. Scott Lewis
Jean Borelli
Mary Marling
Jim Walwark
John Wood
CARE NETWORK
The Care Network provides concrete assistance to church members and friends in need or during special circumstances. The network facilitators coordinate volunteers from the congregation in providing the needed support and assistance. These volunteers are available for short-term and immediate help to those who request it. Common requests include: help with meals, transportation, and the occasional odd job. Depending on the circumstance, unique requests and extended needs can be fulfilled.
If you are in need of assistance or know someone who is, email caring@unitytemple.org, call the congregation office at 708/848-6225, or contact one of the Care Network coordintators.
Care Network Coordinators
Shirley Lundin
Janet Holden
Suzanne Lavin
