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Stephen Ministry Care
Stephen Ministry is a lay caring ministry reaching out to those in need in witness to the love of Christ in our midst.
Everyone goes through difficult times. Having someone to care, to listen and to share God's love with you can help you get through the confusion, stress, or loneliness you may be experiencing.
The Stephen Ministry Coordinator would be happy to talk with you about assigning a Stephen Minister to meet with you, or a church member you know.
Stephen Ministers are called to be CAREGIVERS
Carry one another's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2 (NIV)
God is the CURE-GIVER
Come to me, all who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28
Consider allowing a Stephen Minister to walk with you on your journey to wholeness.
RECEIVING CARE when in need . . .
Stephen Ministry is a program of our congregation that equips lay persons to provide distinctively Christian care to those experiencing all kinds of difficulties in life - both in our congregation and our community. Grounded in Jesus' command to love one another, it is based on the belief that caring for each other is an intended way of life for followers of Jesus Christ.
Stephen Ministry helps meet the needs of individuals who are ...
All inquiries and referrals are STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL
GIVING CARE when able . . .
A Stephen Minister is a caring Christian lay person, trained to walk with a person during a time of need. A Stephen Minister's goal is to listen and understand with a Christ-grounded, objective, non-judgmental heart, giving the hurting person an open, yet confidential, environment in which to examine and wrestle with the problems.
Stephen Ministers are ever mindful that God alone is the source of healing. It is their hope that persons in need might be enabled to search for the presence of God's grace and love in their lives, and through that search to find encouragement, spiritual growth, and renewal.
A Stephen Minister is . . .
A Stephen Minister is not . . .
Stephen Ministry Training
Stephen Ministry Training provides church members the opportunity to develop practical skills for a one-on-one caring ministry. Using Christian Resources, skills are developed in listening objectively, understanding feelings, honest communication, crisis theory and intervention, as well as, how to encourage steps of growth and change. The class format includes lecture, followed by discussion and application in small group settings.
Training and Service Requirements
Stephen Ministry and You
RECEIVING CARE
For myself
For a family member
For a Church Member
If you, or someone you know, could benefit from the compassionate care of a Stephen Minister, please contact Diane at 540-465-3920 .
GIVING CARE
If you are interested in becoming equipped as a Christian caregiver and would like more information on the Stephen Ministry Training Program, please contact Diane at 540-465-3920.
All inquiries and referrals are STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL
Stephen Ministry is a lay caring ministry reaching out to those in need in witness to the love of Christ in our midst.
Everyone goes through difficult times. Having someone to care, to listen and to share God's love with you can help you get through the confusion, stress, or loneliness you may be experiencing.
- If life seems like more than you can handle alone right now . . .
- If your health, your spirit, or your relationships are suffering . . .
- If you are adjusting to a job transition, change in marital status, a serious illness, the death of a loved one, or a recent move . . .
The Stephen Ministry Coordinator would be happy to talk with you about assigning a Stephen Minister to meet with you, or a church member you know.
Stephen Ministers are called to be CAREGIVERS
Carry one another's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2 (NIV)
God is the CURE-GIVER
Come to me, all who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28
Consider allowing a Stephen Minister to walk with you on your journey to wholeness.
RECEIVING CARE when in need . . .
Stephen Ministry is a program of our congregation that equips lay persons to provide distinctively Christian care to those experiencing all kinds of difficulties in life - both in our congregation and our community. Grounded in Jesus' command to love one another, it is based on the belief that caring for each other is an intended way of life for followers of Jesus Christ.
Stephen Ministry helps meet the needs of individuals who are ...
- hospitalized
- seriously ill or disabled
- bereaved
- in a life transition
- in a job crisis
- experiencing a broken relationship
- new members of the church
- homebound
- lonely
- in a spiritual crisis
- looking for a caring, Christian friend
All inquiries and referrals are STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL
GIVING CARE when able . . .
A Stephen Minister is a caring Christian lay person, trained to walk with a person during a time of need. A Stephen Minister's goal is to listen and understand with a Christ-grounded, objective, non-judgmental heart, giving the hurting person an open, yet confidential, environment in which to examine and wrestle with the problems.
Stephen Ministers are ever mindful that God alone is the source of healing. It is their hope that persons in need might be enabled to search for the presence of God's grace and love in their lives, and through that search to find encouragement, spiritual growth, and renewal.
A Stephen Minister is . . .
- A caring Christian who offers support to others in a time of need.
- A trained Christian who has received 50 hours of intensive coursework in how to provide distinctively Christian care.
- A dedicated Christian commissioned by our congregation for confidential, in-depth Christian caring.
A Stephen Minister is not . . .
- A counselor or therapist;
- A problem-solver;
- A casual visitor.
Stephen Ministry Training
Stephen Ministry Training provides church members the opportunity to develop practical skills for a one-on-one caring ministry. Using Christian Resources, skills are developed in listening objectively, understanding feelings, honest communication, crisis theory and intervention, as well as, how to encourage steps of growth and change. The class format includes lecture, followed by discussion and application in small group settings.
Training and Service Requirements
- Completion of a 50-hour training program in the evenings held weekly from January to May.
- A two-year commitment of service once the training program is satisfactorily completed and you have been commissioned by the church.
- Meet weekly in a one-on-one helping relationship. (Usually for one hour at a mutually agreeable time and place.)
- Attend bi-monthly supervisory meetings for continued education, support, and supervision.
Stephen Ministry and You
RECEIVING CARE
For myself
For a family member
For a Church Member
If you, or someone you know, could benefit from the compassionate care of a Stephen Minister, please contact Diane at 540-465-3920 .
GIVING CARE
If you are interested in becoming equipped as a Christian caregiver and would like more information on the Stephen Ministry Training Program, please contact Diane at 540-465-3920.
All inquiries and referrals are STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL