MCH 'blessing of hands'

Recognizing those workers whose hands are used for healing and caring for the sick, Medical Center Hospital conducted a blessing of the hands this morning as part of its National Nurses Week observance.

Director of Pastor Care Farrell Ard coordinated the effort that brings in several local clergy to the different hospital units to offer blessings on the hands of those doctors, nurses, staff and even patients who request it.

Pictured here, early this morning, the Rev. Michael Mueller, right, pastor of the Lutheran Church of the Risen Lord, blesses the hands of Medical Center Hospital unit clerks Marilou Escano, left, and Edna Campos.