Chaplain Rob Shores retired from his position as Director of Spiritual Care at Medina Hospital in early March. During the search for a new Director, Chaplain Kate Valentine has been serving as part-time Interim Director. Chaplain Cynthia Danals has been serving as a part-time staff Chaplain.
Juvenile Detention Center Honors Chaplain Ralph Hughley
The staff of the Cuyahoga County Juvenile Detention Center presented Chaplain Ralph Hughley with a plaque at the Christmas dinner for the residents held on December 15th. Chaplain Hughley was recognized for the 17 years that he has organized the dinner with the help of many area churches and individuals who donate food and serve [...]
LCS Provides Valuable Service: Continuing Education
When our chaplains are asked what they value most about being connected to LCS, our outstanding continuing education opportunities usually top the list. Finding continuing education offerings that are both applicable and affordable to chaplains can be a challenge. That is one reason why every staff meeting includes a component of continuing education. The topics [...]
Chaplain Kathleen Kolbe Re-Certified
In December 2009, Chaplain Kathleen Kolbe was re-certified as a chaplain through the National Association of Catholic Chaplains. Kolbe serves as a chaplain at MetroHealth Medical Center in a pediatric unit, two surgical intensive care units, stroke rehab, brain injury rehab, general medicine unit and outpatient oncology. She also ministers in MetroHealth’s long term care [...]
Chaplain Sarah Naber Samson Certified by APC
In November 2009, Sarah Naber Samson was Board Certified by the Association of Professional Chaplains after a lengthy application process and an interview with other certified chaplains in Toledo. Samson serves as a chaplain at MetroHeath Medical Center to oncology, pediatric and adult units. She also provides spiritual support at MetroHealth’s Old Brooklyn long term [...]
