
Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry is a program of our congregation that equips lay persons to provide one-to-one care to those who are experiencing all kinds of life needs and circumstances, both in our congregation and wider community.
- the hospitalized
- the terminally ill & families
- those grieving a death
- those with a job crisis
- the separated or divorced
- those facing life transitions
- those in spiritual crisis
- confidential care
CONTACT THE STEPHEN MINISTRY PROGRAM
Stephen Ministers are committed people who…
- express God’s care through their lives to others
- receive 50 hours of initial training in important care ministry skills and concepts
- are commissioned as Stephen Ministers after completing their final training
- visit another person regularly and dependably and offer support and care
- participate in regular support and supervision under the guidance of trained Stephen Leaders
- are committed to preserving the confidential nature of the caring relationship
- serve for at least two years
- receive continued education and skill building throughout their years of service
About the leaders of Stephen Ministry
Stephen leaders are lay persons who have completed a seven-day Stephen Series Leader’s Training Course and are commissioned to lead the Stephen Ministry of our congregation.
Our Stephen Leaders can
- help you or someone you know receive care from a Stephen Minister
- tell you how to become a Stephen Minister
- tell you about Stephen Ministry training and our next training class
- answer other questions about our congregation’s Stephen Ministry program