The Stephen Ministry Program equips lay persons to provide distinctively Christian, confidential one-on-one care to those in our congregation and our community who are faced with a life crisis of any kind.
Galatians 6:2 Bear one another's burdens, and in tis way you will fulfill the law of Christ.
Are you lonely? Sad? Discouraged? 
Are you going through a tough time - emotionally or spiritually? Are you struggling with a crisis in life? Or simply feeling down?
Consider letting a Stephen Minister help. A Stephen Minister is a person in our congregation who has been trained to listen, care, encourage, pray, and walk alongside you during difficult times. It's confidential, free, and very helpful.
Do you have a hurting friend, neighbor, coworker, or relative going through a difficult time?
A Stephen Minister may be able to offer the support he or she needs. Stephen Ministers are trained to provide emotional and spiritual care to people who are hurting.
A Stephen Minister can help people who are going through . . .
- Illness
- Family frustrations and challenges
- Chronic illness -- personal or family
- Loss of a loved one
- Separation or divorce
- Being homebound or hospitalized
- New births or adoptions
- Low self-esteem
- Unemployment
- Financial Setbacks
- Struggling with faith in God
- Aging
- Facing changes in their lives
Stephen Ministers...

Express God's care to others

Visit regularly and dependably and offer Christian support and care

Are committed to preserving the confidential nature of the caring relationship

Receive 50 hours of initial training in important caring ministry skills and concepts

Are commissioned as Stephen Ministers after completing their initial training

Receive continuing education and skill building throughout their years of service

Participate in regular support and supervision under the guidance of trained Stephen Leaders

Serve for at least two years
If you would like to request a Stephen Minister or join this ministry, please contact Paula.