Spiritual Services

The Spiritual Services team of Episcopal Retirement Homes is the soul of each of our communities. Our chaplains strive to enrich the spiritual lives of residents, with a focus on the tradition and faith journey of each individual. We are ecumenical in our ministry, serving older adults from all denominations, as well as those with no affiliation at all.

Spiritual health is one of the Six Dimensions of Wellness. Spiritual vitality is so valued within ERH that chaplains work on staff as well as serving as 'on-call' resources. Chief Financial Officer, Paul Scheper, has said, "Chaplains do more than make guest appearances in our lives. They are part of the glue that holds our community together."

At Canterbury Court, spiritual hospitality is a hallmark of the ministry. Under the auspices of the Rev. Jack Koepke and the people of Saint Paul's Church - Oakwood, regularly scheduled worship is provided for the community, as are seasonal celebrations and opportunities for faith formation. We facilitate residents' participation in their own faith communities. We seek and support those opportunities within Canterbury Court that honor our core values, inviting and encouraging the ministry of residents' faith communities in our midst.

The ministry of the chaplain is not only for the benefit of our residents, but also staff, volunteers, resident families, and the wider community. Wherever we can enrich lives, satisfy spiritual needs, and nurture souls, it is our mission to offer our service.