Since 1991, Concordia College has prepared nearly 1,800 nurses to serve in faith communities across the country.

As faith community nurses (or parish nurses), these professionals are called and committed to the healing ministry of the church, helping meet the emotional, physical and spiritual needs of the members. This ministry is grounded in the tradition of the church, “to preach the kingdom of God and to heal” (Luke 9:2). The faith community nurse program within a congregation also recognizes that the ministry of the church community is to proclaim God's desire that we strive toward an abundant, healthful life.

Dates

June 5 - 9, 2023

Each day, the course times will vary.

Contact time varies daily to meet the 36.5 hour requirement.
More information will be provided by the program director.
The foundations course is taught in person; there is not an online option.

Location

First Lutheran Church
619 Broadway
Fargo, ND 58102
Location on Google Map

Lodging is not available on site, but there are hotels nearby.

Cost: $450

Deadline to register: May 26, 2023

The cost includes:

• A full week of instruction
• Participant workbook and practice standards ($100 value)
• A binder of program materials
• Refreshments and some meals for the week.

Churches are encouraged to sponsor nurses and provide the program fee. A small scholarship may be available to those who are not sponsored by a faith community. Please contact Dr. Bokinskie via email for more information.

A letter of reference from a colleague or a member of your clergy must also be submitted via email to the program director by the registration deadline of May 26, 2023.

During registration, you will need the following information:

• RN License Number/ State
  
• RN License Status
• Church or Faith Community Name
• Church or Faith Community Address
• Affiliated Denomination

Payment by Check

Payment may be made by check or credit card. Participants must register using the link below regardless of payment method.

If you wish to pay by check, enter the coupon code PNMCHECK at checkout. Registration and full payment must be received before the April 11 deadline in order to be fully processed and completed.

Please make checks payable to Parish Nursing Ministry Program and send to:

Parish Nursing Ministry Program
Concordia College
901 8th St S
Moorhead, MN 56562

Refund Policy | If you register for the course and are unable to attend, please contact bokinski@cord.edu for cancellation fees.

Visit Concordia's Parish Nursing Ministry website.

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Registered Nurses with a current unencumbered license to practice professional nursing in the state(s) in which one will in the role as a faith community nurse (FCN). There is no specific educational level requirement beyond the basic registered nurse preparation.

Note: Lay and professional faith community leaders may complete the course in the role as "participant observers." These situations will be reviewed on an individual basis.

You must possess:

• A strong commitment to the holistic concept of health care, including the spiritual dimension of healing and health.
• Good communication skills.
• Active involvement in a local faith community.
• A commitment to completion of the entire foundations preparation program.

Print | June 2023 Foundations Course Overview

Print | Frequently Asked Questions

Print | Steps to Develop an Effective Faith Community Nurse / Parish Nurse Program

Print | Supplemental Supply List (supplies may be purchased at any time)

Dr. Jean Bokinskie
Director | Parish Nurse Ministry Program
bokinski@cord.edu
701.866.3063