Stephen Ministry
What is Stephen Ministry?
Our congregations Stephen Ministry equips lay people and provide confidential, one-to-one Christian care and individuals in our congregation and community who are experiencing difficulties in their lives. We all experience challenges in life - times when we could benefit from the support of a caring Christian friend. Stephen Ministry is a confidential ministry: The identity of those receiving care and what takes place in each caring relationship remain private. Stephen Ministers are ready to provide the emotional and spiritual care we need when faced with a crisis or difficulty such as - loss of a loved one, hospitalization, divorce or separation, loneliness or discouragement, unemployment , terminal illness, incarceration, aging, birth, adoption, miscarriage, or infertility, relocation, and many more.
Our Scriptural Foundation
“Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Galatians 6:2 “Therefore encourage one another and build up each other.” 1 Thessalonians 5:11 “Love one another - as I have loved you.” John 13:34. Could you or someone you know benefit from a Stephen Minister? Contact the church office to learn more.