Hello! My name is Carolyn Wilson, and I am the Director of Pastoral services for St. Michael the Archangel. It has been a joy meeting so many kind and caring people since I began my position at St. Michael.  I feel blessed to be a part of the parish staff and to serve in this role to support the mission of the church in the Pastoral Care Office.

The ministry of pastoral care is defined as a compassionate presence in imitation of Jesus' care of people, especially those who are hurting and in need.  At St. Michael, our Pastoral Care Team consists of Joel Carreras, Case Manager of SHARES and Catholic Charities, Mercedes Allende, Counselor and Pastoral Care Coordinator, and me.  All of us are here to assist parishioners and others in our community with difficulties that they may experience in life and connecting them with community resources while continuing to walk with them on their journeys.

We support individuals with flexible incomes with basic needs, such as housing costs, emergency food assistance, and transportation.  Our team collaborates with several local community organizations to try to meet the unique needs of those we are serving.  Some partnerships include Catholic Charities, A Doorway to Hope, Dorcas Ministries, and The Carying Place.

Our department also provides pastoral and spiritual guidance and serves as the staff liaison to many parish ministries.  We have a beautiful group of volunteers that support our Pastoral Care Desk, and we appreciate the many individuals who work tirelessly to serve as the hands and feet of Christ.  I thank each of you for your endless support to our parishioners and community.

If you or you know someone in need, please do not hesitate to reach out to Joel by email at jcarreras@stmcary.org or by phone at 919-468-6100 x105.  For general inquiries, please email the Pastoral Care Team at pastoralcare@stmcary.org.  I look forward to seeing you on campus!

Phone Number:
919.468.6108