Symposium 2026Healing the Heart of Trauma

Explore the effects of trauma on the mind, heart, and soul through expert-led presentations from healthcare and spiritual care professionals. Join us for a day of learning, healing, and meaningful connection.

  • October 9, 2026
  • $75
  • The Oasis, Phoenix, AZ
 
Nominations Now Open

Nominate a doctor or nurse for the Big Heart Award

Honoring the Arizona Heart Institute doctor and nurse who bring the most compassion to the bedside. Winners are announced live on stage at our Symposium on October 9. Nominations close October 8.

Finding Inner Strength Symposium:

How spiritual care help healthcare professionals cope with stress

Donate to help support Pastoral Care Associates

Donate to help support Pastoral Care Associates, an Arizona non-profit providing spiritual and emotional care.

PCA Charity Putting Tournament at Putting World

This event has been canceled and will be rescheduled for a later date.

About Us

Our Mission: Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Across Arizona

Pastoral Care Associates (PCA) provide spiritual care and support to those who are suffering. We partner with individuals, families, patients, and staff in a holistic standard of care. Our goals are to provide quality Pastoral Care in these settings by being an integral part of the Health Care System.
  • Raising awareness through problem-solving and communications

  • Unity in Christ, interdenominational ministry

  • Train, educate, prepare, and the field of ministry

  • Supporting patient rights and patient advocacy.

Pastoral Care Services

Our Services

Pastoral Care Associates offers spiritual care, emotional support, chaplaincy services, grief counseling, and crisis intervention. We are here to walk alongside individuals and communities in times of need.

 

Healthcare

Health care has moved to a more holistic approach (CQI) involving all levels of care: Physical, Social, Emotional/psychological and spiritual.

Business

Your business is vital to your employees and customers. Pastoral Care can be a way to keep it moving in a positive direction.

Funeral

Oftentimes, when a loved one passes away, it can be sudden or very unexpected.

Wedding

A joyous celebration, a wonderful beginning of a spiritual union. A love-filled gathering where two become one under God.

Board

Our board of directors meet regularly to ensure the vision and the future of PCA remains in order and what was intended.

Chapel

The Pastoral Care Associates do have a chapel service. The Rev. AnnaMarie Nelson presides over the service and brings out the Word of the Lord.

OUR COURSES

Effective Listening Skills

Effective Listening Skills

Living in the New Creation

Living in the New Creation

Past Events

Take a look back at our recent events and revisit the moments that brought our community together.

A Christmas of Sharing

A Christmas of Sharing

Hosted by Pastoral Care Associates and Recovery Café

Our Blog

Latest News & Articles

Stay informed with updates, insights, and inspiring stories from Pastoral Care Associates. Explore how we’re making a difference in the lives of those we serve.