Christian fellowship

Christian pastoral care is that activity within the ministry of the church which is centrally concerned with promoting the well-being of individuals and of communities. The ultimate aim of pastoral care is that of ministry as a whole, that is, to increase love between people and between people and God. Its specific functions are healing, sustaining, reconciling, guiding and nurturing. Pastoral care has been a feature of the Christian church since the earliest times and is no less relevant today. It is simply the practical expression of who we are and what we believe.

L’Oasis Christian Fellowship in Lorgues comes under the umbrella of the ARK and provides an opportunity for people to come together.  Everyone is welcome whatever their background  and today there is a growing vibrant fellowship that meets twice a month. This is led by Peter who is an Anglican Minister living in Lorgues with his wife Shirley who is a care nurse.  Many people who have pastoral needs have found their way to L’Oasis and have not only benefited from  sharing in the fellowship, but found they are able to contribute as well which is an important part of healing.  There is a real sense of God’s hand on this ministry as this unusual Mission Field in the Var is served.