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“Love one another as I have loved you”

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 child of God 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.

How can I become a Stephen Minister?
Our next training class, consisting of 50 hours of training in Christian care, is scheduled to start in August 2008. People interested in becoming a Stephen Minister are asked to submit an application followed by an interview. This process ensures that it is a good fit for the applicant and the commitment required is fully explained. Applications are due April 30 to the church office or by email via the website. Interviews will be held in May.

Taste of Stephen Ministry
Come join us for the "Taste of Stephen Ministry" on Tuesday, March 18, 6:30 to 9:00 pm at Blackhawk Church. You will have the opportunity to listen to a panel of care receivers and Stephen Ministers to learn more without committing to joining the ministry.

How can I know if I should make an application for Stephen Ministry Training

• Do you have faith in Jesus Christ?
• Do you have a desire to care for others?
• Do you feel you have the gift of mercy, encouragement or intercession?
• Do you have a desire for accountability and supervision by peers on a regular basis to ensure Christian care in a non-judgmental way?

If you feel becoming a Stephen Minister may be a fit for you…

• Fill out the application form at the bottom of this page
• Contact Pastor Dave Gagnon (828-4200 ext 3657) or
• Contact Bill Schultz.

To submit an application…

• Click on this link to open up an application form in MS Word. Fill out the form and return in by email as instructed on the form. (This method of submitting an application is preferred.)
• If you are not able to use the MS Word document, click on this link to open up an application form in pdf format. Print out the form, fill it out and return it according to the instructions given on the form.