PARISH NURSE

Connecting our parish community with care, guidance, and trusted resources.


The Parish Nurse Ministry at Christ the King is led by certified parish nurse Betty Diefenbach, RN, BSN. This ministry helps connect parishioners—especially older adults and caregivers—with helpful health information, support, and community resources.


While the parish nurse does not provide medical diagnosis or treatment, she is available to offer guidance, education, and assistance in navigating health concerns, aging, and caregiving needs.


Need help or have a question?
Contact the Parish Nurse to learn more or request assistance.

Contact Betty

  • Services Provided

    • Educational info to parishioners on timely health topics
    • Linking parishioners to available community resources
    • Free CPR and First Aid classes to Parish staff and parishioners
    • Home visits: Physical assessments, Safety assessments, Identifying health and care needs
    • Monitoring and explaining disease conditions
    • BP & Pulse Measurements
    • Medication management and education
    • Explanation of options for obtaining senior Medicare Insurance 
    • Linking people to in-home doctor visits
    • Guidance in determining the need for Hospice care
    • Helping Hands Ministry to provide meals, transportation, errands, grocery shopping, light housekeeping, lawn care and simple home repairs.

Transportation Resources Medical Equipment for Loan Senior Resources Health and Wellness

Meet Betty Diefenbach


  • Nurse for over 50 years, working ICU, ER, Med Surg, Rapid Response & nursing education. Retired from St. Joes, AA after 33 years.
  • Certified Parish Nurse
  • Member of Trinity Health Faith Community Nursing Program
  • CPR  and First Aid Instructor
  • Parish Nurse for 15 years at previous parish