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Bible Verses for Pastoral Care Visits

Keep this list in visitation kits, AthonApp pastoral profiles, or printed cards handed to the suffering. Each verse pairs with a short prayer for healing.

  1. #1 — Psalm 27(28):7

    “The Lord is my strength and my shield; in Him my heart trusts, and I am helped.”

  2. #2 — Psalm 40(41):1-3

    “Blessed is the one who considers the poor! The Lord delivers him in the day of trouble.”

  3. #3 — Isaiah 41:13

    “I am the Lord your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, “Do not fear; I will help you.””

  4. #4 — Matthew 11:28-29

    “Come to Me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

  5. #5 — 2 Corinthians 1:3-5

    “God comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction.”

  6. #6 — Revelation 21:5

    “Behold, I am making all things new.”

After reading each verse, pray, “O Lord, visit this servant with Your mercy,” and make the sign of the cross together.

Liturgical connection: Use during hospital visits, nursing home services, or pastoral care team trainings.

Application Ideas

  • Create laminated cards for clergy and lay volunteers to carry in visitation bags.
  • Add verse-of-the-day reminders to pastoral care assignments in AthonApp.
  • Encourage visitors to leave handwritten notes featuring these Scriptures at the bedside.