Abstract
Spiritual caregiving may be seen as a technique-based ministry. Empathic listening, effective use of silence, and other therapeutic interventions are invaluable for its provision. It is probable that caregivers may not see it as a function of the Holy Spirit. The study explored what Jesus’ care plan in Luke 4:18 and 19 entailed, its announcement on a Sabbath and the subsequent healings on the same hallowed day, the significance of being anointed and the role that the Holy Spirit played in Jesus’ ministry to broken humanity. The Johannine depiction of the Holy Spirit as the paraclete not only further illuminated the function of the Holy Spirit but described spiritual care roles. Paul’s explanation of the intercessory role of the Holy Spirit aids in providing a basis for this ministry. This article discusses the spiritual caregiving ministry in the post-modern era using Jesus and the Holy Spirit as the models. The function and role of the Holy Spirit in its provision in the work of Jesus and the significance of ἄλλον παράκλητον in the offices of a chaplain, a pastor and other caregivers form an important component.
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