STEPHEN MINISTRY

Are you going through a hard time? Do you need a listening friend? Consider asking for a Stephen Minister.

What is Stephen Ministry?

One-to-one ministry by trained, caring, lay ministers who have responded to Christ's call to "carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." Stephen Ministry provides someone who cares, supports, listens, shares, prays.

What is a Stephen Minister?

A Stephen Minister is

a Christ-follower who walks beside a hurting person
a caring Christian who really listens and supports
a lay person who has received 50 hours of training in how to provide compassionate care.

A Stephen Minister is not…

a counselor, therapist, or mental health professional
a person who will solve all your problems

Stephen Ministers meet twice a month for ongoing training, support and supervision. Click here to learn more about becoming a Stephen Minister.

Why should I seek a Stephen Minister?

loss of spouse
retirement
loneliness
unemployment
despair
childbirth
hospitalization
grief
separation and divorce
terminal illness
being shut in
faith issues
going through difficult times and needing someone to care, listen and share God’s love with you, one-to-one and confidentially.

How can I receive care from a Stephen Minister?

Please contact the Care Ministry Team for information.

I know someone who could use a Stephen Minister. How do I handle it?

Go to the person in need and let them know about Stephen Ministry. Pray with them about it. Encourage them to discuss it with a Stephen Leader. It is important that they make the decision to ask for help and make the first contact.