Stephen Ministy is...
a program of our congregation that equips lay persons to provide distinctively Christian one-to-one care to those who are experiencing all kinds of life needs and circumstances, both in our congregation and community.
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Stephen Ministers are committed Christian people who...
*express God's care through their loves to others;
*receive 50 hours of initial training in important caring ministry skills and concepts;
*are commissioned as Stephen Ministers after completing their initial training;
*visit another person regularly and dependably and offer Christian support and care;
*participate in regular support and supervision under the guidance of trained Stephen Leaders;
*are committed to preserving the confidential nature of the caring relationship;
*serve for at least two years;
*receive continuing educaton and skill building throughout their years of service.
There are times when each of us needs the care of another person, a Christian friend, a Stephen Minister!
Stephen Ministry is a confidential ministry: those receiving care can be sure that their identity and what goes on in the caring relationship will remain private.
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