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Stephen Ministry

What is a Stephen Minister?

 

A Stephen Minister is …

  • A child of God who walks beside a hurting person;
  • Someone who listens;
  • A member of our congregation whohas received 50 hours of training in how to provide distinctively Christian care;
  • A person who is ready to focus on your needs;
  • A trustworthy confidant who will keep everything you say and even your identity confidential; and
  • Someone who will faithfully meet with you on a weekly basis for as long as your need persists.

 

A Stephen Minister is NOT …

  • A counselor or therapist;
  • A problem-solver;
  • Someone who runs errands or helps with chores; or
  • A casual visitor.

 

Our Stephen Ministers are ready to provide you with the confidential, one-to-one Christian care you need to make it through a crisis or help you through a difficult time.

Stephen Ministers Care

Our Stephen Ministers provide confidential, one-to-one Christian care to people who are:

  • Grieving the death of a loved one
  • Hospitalized or recovering from hospitalization
  • Lonely or discouraged
  • Coping with a terminal illness or caring for a family member with a terminal illness
  • Unemployed or in a job crisis
  • Disabled or caring for an ill or disabled family member
  • Moving or relocating
  • New to the congregation or the community
  • Anticipating the birth or adoption of a child
  • Homebound or institutionalized
  • Transitioning into retirement
  • Dealing with the crisis of aging
  • Facing a life transition
  • Experiencing a spiritual crisis
  • Victims of a disaster or accident
  • And for people facing countless other crises or life challenges or who are going through a difficult time and could benefit from the care of a supportive Christian friend.

 

Consider allowing a Stephen Minister to walk with you on your journey to wholeness.

Contact:

Pastor Justin, Pastor Flora or

Vicki Elfers at 631-667-4188

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