Congregational Care
At the Congregational Church of San Mateo, we recognize everyone as a part of God's family. Taking care of the family is a very important part of our ministry. I've been a member of CCSM for over 31 years, and my children have grown up here, with life-long friends and too many "grandparents" to count. Now my grandson comes along with me when I visit some of these "grand" people. So I am delighted to be the Coordinator of Congregational Care. My job is to keep us all connected through prayer, visits, seasonal cards and flowers, and to coordinate the Congregational Care Team. To learn more about the ongoing care ministries at CCSM, please contact me — Lani Leydig, Coordinator of Congregational Care — at (650) 343-3694.
Hospital Visits and Home Visits:
When a member of CCSM goes into the hospital or is confined to home, we want to know. The Coordinator will coordinate visits by ministers, staff and church friends as appropriate.
Joys and Concerns
To share a joy or ask for prayers of healing or comfort in the Sunday bulletin or our newsletter, The Pine Tree, contact the Coordinator at church on Sunday, or by phone or e-mail during the week.
Prayer Request Cards
In the Sanctuary pews you will find a bi-fold "Welcome!" card. On the back is a place for confidential prayer requests. Our staff prays each Monday for all these written requests. They will follow up as well, if you include an e-mail address or phone number.
Support Groups
From time to time as a need arises we offer support gatherings. Call or e-mail the Coordinator if you perceive a need.
Pastoral Care, Counseling and Spiritual Reflection
If you are new or would like help in discerning which minister might best serve your situation, contact the Coordinator, and you will be introduced.
Care, Fellowship & Evangelism Ministry Team
The members of this ministry coordinate many of the care and outreach activities in our church community.
- New Member Sponsors to help us connect with those just coming into our congregation.
- CDs of the Sunday Service to be mailed to folks who can no longer get to church or as requested.
- Delivery of Poinsettias and Easter Lilies to church members who need a hug at Christmas or Easter.
- All Church Christmas Caroling coordination to ensure that all the folks who can't get to church receive a personal Christmas Greeting from the congregation.
- Noteworthies, a group that meets seasonally to send cards and notes of encouragement to the home-bound for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentines, and Easter.
- Receptions for church held memorial services.
Congregational Care Team
Members of our church family visit other members who can no longer make it to church or who just need a friend from time to time. The Coordinator of Congregational Care works with this team.
