Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry is grounded in Jesus' command to love one another. Through one-on-one confidential caring relationships, those who are hurting receive the love and care they need for support and wholeness.
Stephen Ministry is God’s love in action. There are times when every one of us experiences difficulties:
| Loss of a loved one | Discouragement |
| Spiritual crisis | Divorce |
| Cancer | Rehabilitation |
| Hospitalization | Job loss |
| Imprisonment | Loneliness |
| Disability | Many other challenges |
God never intended for us to go through these experiences alone. Stephen Ministers are members of the congregation who have received 50 hours of care giving training (plus ongoing continuing education) to minister to people experiencing a crisis, facing a challenge, or simply going through a tough time.
A Stephen Minister will meet with you – privately and confidentially – on a weekly basis to listen, care, encourage, support, and remind you of Christ’s presence in your life.
If you would like to receive the services of a Stephen Minister, please contact Donna Ford at 292-5833. She will answer any questions and help you make the necessary contacts.
Jesus said, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
Matthew 11:28
