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STEPHEN MINISTRY
Christ Caring for People through People 
"Love one another … as I have loved you." John 13:34
Stephen Ministry is a program 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. Stephen Ministers are committed Christian people who:
- Express God's care through their lives 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 2 years; and
- Receive continuing education and skill building throughout their years of service.
"Put on then, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassion." Colossian 3:12
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Stephen Ministry Meet the Needs of People
There are times when each of us needs the care of another person, a Christian friend, a Stephen Minister. These needs include but are not limited to those:
- Hospitalized
- Terminally ill and their families
- People who move into or out of our community
- Grieving a death or serious loss
- Homebound and institutionalized
- Prisoners, ex-offenders and their families
- With a job crisis
- Aging and elderly
- With disabilities and their families
- Needing the support of a Christian friend
- Facing life transitions
- Separated or divorced
- Households experiencing birth or adoption
- In spiritual crisis
"Bear on another's burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ." Galatians 6:2 |
Experiencing a difficult time?
Don’t suffer alone! Our Stephen Ministers are trained caregivers, ready to listen, care for you, encourage you, pray with and for you, and help you through a crisis or difficult time. To find out more, contact Pastor Victoria Wells, (510) 581-6203 x 206 or Kathy Wood, (510) 889-6260.
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Interested in joining our Stephen Ministry team?
Training begins January 17, 2007 and continues every Wednesday evening through mid-June.
Call Pastor Wells, (510) 581-6203 x 206 or Kathy Wood, (510) 889-6260 to sign up or ask questions. |
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