Spiritual Care Services
The Department of Spiritual Care at U-M Health is dedicated to serving the needs of our patients, their families and caregivers, and our staff. We have curated a collection of multi-faith resources to provide support. At U-M Health, the importance of spiritual and emotional support cannot be overstated, and we remain committed to ensuring that our patients, their families, and staff receive the compassionate care they need, reflective of the diverse spiritual and religious traditions we honor.
Our Chaplains: Providing Multifaith Support & Care
U-M Health's chaplains are devoted professionals who provide spiritual and emotional support tailored to the unique needs of each individual under our care. Trained in clinical pastoral care, they serve patients, their families, and staff by listening empathetically and reaffirming the intrinsic worth and resilience of every person. Our chaplains draw from a wealth of spiritual and religious traditions, embracing the diverse backgrounds and beliefs of those they assist.
Rev. Christina Wright, PhD leads this dedicated team, offering non-denominational support to those contending with health-related challenges. Whether marking milestones in recovery or navigating the emotional complexities of treatment and change, the chaplaincy team places the patient's spiritual journey at the forefront. Their commitment is to guide without seeking to convert, honoring the sacredness of each individual's search for meaning and ensuring that everyone's spiritual path is met with dignity and respect.
Learn more about the Department of Spiritual Care and clinical pastoral education
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Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Whether you're seeking meaning in the face of illness, grappling with the spiritual dimensions of your health, or confronting tough treatment decisions, our chaplain services are here to offer guidance and support. These caring professionals are available to:
- Provide comfort and insight when understanding the implications of an illness
- Address spiritual concerns that extend beyond medical conditions
- Help in evaluating and making critical healthcare choices
- Perform religious rites and rituals in line with your faith traditions
- Serve as a confidential outlet for voicing fears and anxieties
- Share moments of joy and receive support in times of sorrow
- Offer a presence of comfort for those far from home or facing surgery
- Join in prayer or provide blessings upon request
- Assist in the grieving process during times of loss
- Connect you with essential people for your emotional and spiritual well-being
Whatever your circumstances, our chaplains are compassionate listeners, there to accompany you on your journey with respect and empathy.
Our Chaplains offer the following services:
- Emotional and spiritual counseling tailored to individual needs and beliefs
- Ritual support including prayers, communion, anointing, baptism, blessing, and reconciliation
- Consultation for spiritual assessments, crisis intervention, and bereavement
- Regularly scheduled worship services and spiritual care contacts
- Educational in-services on spiritual and religious issues
- Liaison services with community clergy and faith communities
- Participation in ethics consults, family conferences, and interdisciplinary rounds
If you are in need of spiritual care, our chaplains are ready to assist you through various convenient methods:
- Call our office at 734-936-4041 during our business hours, which are Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
- For urgent and after-hour needs, reach the Michigan Medicine operator at 734-936-4000 and request the on-call chaplain.
- Email [email protected] for more information.
- Patients and families can also ask their nurse to page the on-call chaplain directly.
U-M Health has 2 chapels and 3 quiet rooms that are available 24/7 and open to all people.
Chapel Locations:
- University Hospital Chapel (located on the 2nd floor, room 2A215 near UH and Taubman intersection).
- The Helen and Mike Vlasic Family Chapel at Mott (on the 2nd floor, room 2780 near the main entrance).
Quiet Rooms are in the Samuel and Jean Frankel Cardiovascular Center:
- Floor 2 Room 2501
- Floor 2A, Room 001B
- Floor 4, Room 4141
Catholic Mass:
Sunday at 11 am; Helen and Mike Vlasic Family Chapel
Monday through Friday at 12 pm; Helen and Mike Vlasic Family Chapel
Muslim Services:
Islamic Jumu’ah: Friday from 1:30 to 2:00 pm; Helen and Mike Vlasic Family Chapel
Islamic daily prayers; Helen and Mike Vlasic Family Chapel
Meditation:
Power of Peace: Wednesday 12 - 12:30 pm; Helen and Mike Vlasic Family Chapel
For other holy day schedules or information about daily Islamic prayers, please contact our Spiritual Care Department
Our Spiritual Care team works alongside Nutrition Services to provide Kosher and Halal options. For inquiries, call Nutrition Services at 734-232-3663.
