Parish Nurse

A Parish Nurse is an integrator of faith and health, reminding people to care for the body, mind and spirit.

Bonfire Ministries introduces Debbie Haney as Parish Nurse

The collaboration of First, St. James, and House of Hope Lutheran churches called Bonfire ministries is proud to announce the beginning of a new joint ministry of Parish Nursing. This ministry was brought into being by clergy and lay members of the three congregations as a part of a ‘Health ministry’ initiative of Bonfire.

We are pleased to introduce Debbie Haney, RN, as the new Parish Nurse. Debbie is a member of House of Hope Lutheran. She received Parish Nurse training at Luther Seminary in St. Paul. Debbie will begin her volunteer service to all three congregations in September.

Debbie will have private office space in each church. At First Lutheran come to the church office. All conversations with the Parish Nurse are confidential.

Appointments for home visits may be made by calling the church office at 763-537-4576 and leaving a message.

Parish Nurse Hours

First Lutheran Church of Crystal
Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and the second Sunday of the month

St. James Lutheran Church
Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and the fourth Sunday of the month

House of Hope Lutheran
Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and the third Sunday of the month

Flu Clinic

The Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency is willing to do a flu clinic for the Bonfire Collaborative Ministry for 25 or more people. They accept most medical insurances. If your insurance covers preventive health immunization a flu shot is covered. If you are not sure, call the number on the back of your card. If you do not have insurance, the cost is $26. If you’re interested in holding a flu clinic at First Lutheran, sign-up on the bulletin board outside of the Community Room or call the church office at 763-537-4576 or Debbie Haney at 612-408-2049. It would be nice to have the clinics in early January, so everyone can be protected before the main thrust of the flu season hits.