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A STEPHEN MINISTER IS…

 

  • A child of God who walks beside a person who is hurting.
  • A lay person who has received training in providing emotional and spiritual care.
  • A Christian who cares in the name of Christ, yet does not force spiritual issues.
  • A caring Christian person who listens, supports, encourages, and prays for the individual needing care.

 

Some of the challenges or crisis in life include:

 


Loss of loved one Unemployment  
Hospitalization Terminal illness  
Divorce or separation Aging  
Loneliness Chronic illness  
Spiritual crisis Recovery after an accident or disaster  

 

 

This is the only ministry within the church that requires an application, an interview, completion of 50 hours of study and a minimum 2 year commitment to serve.  A lot is required of an individual to become and remain a Stephen Minister—but every Stephen Minister will honestly say the personal rewards are immeasurable.
 
If you or someone you know could benefit from the care of a Stephen Minister, or if you have any questions about the Stephen Ministry, please visit our contact page by following this Link:  Stephen Ministry Contact


 

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 November 2011 16:00