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 FAQs about the Stephen Ministry Comments from Stephen Ministers Comments from Care Receivers Stephen Ministry National Website 
Stephen Ministry is a program
of our congregation that equips lay
members to provide distinctly Christian care to those experiencing all
kinds of difficulties in life—both in our congregation and our
community. Grounded in Jesus’ command to love one another, Stephen Ministry helps meet the needs of individuals w Hospitalized w Seriously ill or disabled w Facing loss of any kind w Bereaved w In a life transition w In a job crisis w Experiencing a broken relationship w New members of the church w Homebound w Lonely w In a spiritual crisis looking for a caring,
Christian caregiver A Stephen Minister is . . . w A caring Christian who offers support to
others in a time of need. w A trained Christian who has received 50 hours of intensive course work in how to provide distinctively Christian care. w A dedicated Christian commissioned by our congregation for A Stephen Minister is not . . . w A counselor or therapist w A problem solver w A casual visitor
Consider allowing a Stephen Minister to walk with you on your journey to wholeness
For more information about RECEIVING CARE Please Contact: Candace Buckbee Pastoral Care Associate 717-394-6854
All inquiries and referrals are STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL
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