Pastoral Care

Our chaplains are available to provide spiritual guidance, prayer, emotional support and comfort.

Chaplains serve as a resource to ensure that the spiritual needs of patients, their families and loved ones are addressed during their hospital visit, particularly during critical times of need. A chaplain is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

When should I call a chaplain?

Facing a challenging or life-threatening medical diagnosis or treatment can lead to deep spiritual inquiry or desire for spiritual support. If you or a loved one confronts such circumstances, you may find comfort in speaking with a chaplain.

Chaplains can help you:

• Share and sort through confused emotions and fears.
• Receive prayer support and nonjudgmental guidance.
• Learn more about appropriate Novant Health resources as well as local faith and religious community resources. 

Contacting a chaplain

Chaplaincy Services, as well as the hospital chapel are located on the first floor of Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Novant Health Matthews Medical Center and Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center. Unit nurses may contact chaplains for you to schedule a visit, or you may contact Chaplaincy Services at the Novant Health hospital closest to you.