Stephen Ministry is a Christian lay ministry providing confidential one-to-one care and support to people who are experiencing life difficulties and challenges.

As a witness to Christ’s love, each disciple is equipped for meaningful service through the transforming work of the Holy Spirit in their life.

A Christian lay ministry providing confidential one-to-one care to those in need.

People grieving or suffering from depression

Families facing divorce or separations

Before, during, and after hospitalization

Individuals who are homebound

A family member facing serious illness

Single moms or dads needing help

Parents who are dealing with children leaving home

Dealing with crises that can occur with childbirth

People facing death

Those facing losses related to aging

Children dealing with parents convalescing

Those left behind after suicide

Those facing major life transitions

If you are interested in receiving care from a Stephen Minister, complete the card at the Stephen Ministry Kiosk, fold and place in the offering basket or the Confidential Care Box on the side of the kiosk. You could also let any Stephen Minister know that you are interested and they could help you with the process. After you fill out the card or talk to a Stephen Minister, a Stephen Leader will contact you. You may also call the Church Office at 258-1228.

A Stephen Minister is a person with a gift of mercy, who shows compassion and gives encouragement to those he or she cares for. Many Stephen Ministers say that they receive much more from the caring relationship with their care receiver than they give.

A Stephen Minister completes 50 hours of training before ever meeting with a care receiver. He or she learns about listening, assertiveness, confidentiality, and many other aspects of caregiving. After the initial training, there is continuing education. Stephen ministers find that their relationships become richer and deeper at home, church, at work and with friends.

A Stephen Minister serves wholeheartedly. This isn't a casual ministry. It involves prayer, thought, consideration, study, and commitment. In return, the Stephen Minister receives grateful thanks from his or her care giver, our Stephen ministry team, the congregation and our Lord.

If you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister, training class information is available by calling the church office 258-1228.