What Is Stephen Ministry?
Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ (Galatians 6:2, NRSV).
Stephen Ministry is a one-to-one lay caring ministry within Abiding Savior, and many other congregations. Stephen Ministry congregations equip and empower lay caregivers – called Stephen Ministers – to provide high quality, confidential, Christ-centered care to people who are hurting.
Who can receive the care of a Stephen Minister?
Care receivers are people – congregation members and others in the community – who receive care from a Stephen Minister. These are people struggling through a difficult time in life: experiencing grief, divorce, job loss, chronic or terminal illness, or some other life crisis.
What if I (or someone I know) could use a Stephen Minister?
To find out if a Stephen Minister is someone you – or someone you love – may need to walk beside you, contact the Care Coordinator