Cards indicating concern or celebration are sent to members of the congregation as appropriate. Each family situation is unique, and the needs of each member of the family are considered so that through us, their church family, they will feel God's love surrounding and comforting them. Stephen Ministry S tephen Ministry provides one on one caregiving to those within the congregation who need and want Christian companioning. By meeting weekly to listen to a care receiver who faces difficulties or transitions, Stephen Ministers provide distinctive Christian care. This provides long-term emotional and spiritual companionship to someone who may face death, divorce, separation, terminally illness, unemployment, hospitalization, or other struggles.
Confidentiality is a cornerstone of the ministry.
Our five Stephen Leaders have completed a one week Leadership training program. They administer the 50 hours of training to individuals within the congregation who become Stephen Ministers. Our congregation is one of over 6000 Stephen Ministry congregations throughout the world. The purpose of the Health Ministry Team is to support the parish nurse and to help the congregation become a source of health and healing. This team is comprised of the parish nurse and other church members who have a particular interest in this area of ministry.