Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry
One-to-One Ministry
by Trained, Caring Lay Ministers
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Ministering To Those Who Are Experiencing |
Sometimes it takes more than a parka or blanket to keep people warm. Sometimes it takes the presence of a caring, Christian friend. Stephen Ministers share the warmth of God's love with those who need it most: the lonely, the depressed, the grieving. To find out more about Stephen Ministry, call the church office, 327-4296, and leave your name. You will be contacted.
When was the last time someone really listened to you? We're talking about that undistracted, full attention kind of listeneing. That is one of the ways Stephen Ministers care for others. If you would consider serving as a committed listener by training to become a Stephen Minister, call the church office, 327-4296, and leave your name. You will be contacted.
Did you know that there is joy and freedom when we put the needs of others ahead of our own? Stephen Ministry provides this kind of care, freedom, and joy. If you have ever thought about finding ways to bring Chirst's love to those who are hurting, you are invited to learn more about Stephen Ministry. If you would like to become a Stephen minister, please call the church office, 327-4295. You will be contacted. The next training class for new Stephen Ministers becings October 1st.
The Stephen Ministry offers a six session weekly grief support group periodically during the year. Anyone coping with a loss is invited to join the group that will meet for 90 minutes each session. Discussion is based on Bob Diet's book, Life After Loss, along with other writings and will be facilitated by Bob and Wanda Stauffacher. There is no charge for the group. For information on when the next group will begin, please call the church office at 327-4296.
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