Stephen Ministry

A Confidential Lay Ministry of Trinity Lutheran Church

Christ Caring for People Through People

"Bear one another’s burdens, and thus fulfill the law of Christ"

Galatians 6:2

 

For more information,

contact the National Stephen Ministry Web Site: www.stephenministries.org

 

Who May Need A Stephen Minister?
People who are dealing with:  

  • Illness/hospitalization

  • Chronic Illness
  • An illness in the family
  • Family frustrations/challenges
  • Moving transitions
  • Loneliness
  • Death or serious loss
  • Divorce
  • Pregnancy/Adoption

  • A disability

  • A disabled family member

  • Terminal Illness

  • Job Loss

  • Financial Setbacks

  • Aging and related issues

  • Faith issues

  • Major life changes

What Does a Stephen Minister Do?

·        Listens

·        Encourages

·        Keeps Confidences

 

·        Supports

·        Prays

·        Walks Beside a Hurting Person

Stephen Ministers are Committed Christians who:

  • Receive extensive training care- giving skills
  • Visit another person regularly

 
  • Are committed to maintaining confidentiality
  • Listen to our concerns

Stephen Ministers are NOT

  • Counselors
  • Therapists
  • Problems Solvers
  • Casual Visitors

How to Refer Someone for a Stephen Minister:
 

  1. Identify someone who is hurting

  2. Share this brochure with that Person

  3. Get permission to call a Stephen Leader

 

Our Stephen Leaders will contact the person in need

CAROL HILL (443-262-9547)
LOUISA WELCH (410-556-2034)

 

You do not need to be a member of Trinity Lutheran Church to call.

Christian caring is for everyone, everywhere.

 

For more information,

contact the National Stephen Ministry Web Site: www.stephenministries.org