Who May Need A Stephen Minister . . .

People who are dealing with:

• Illness/hospitalization

• Chronic illness

• An ill family member

• Family frustrations and challenges

• Moving transitions

• Loneliness

• Death or loss

• Divorce

• Pregnancy/adoption

• Disability

• Terminal illness

• Self esteem

• Job loss

• Financial setbacks

• Aging and elderly

• Faith issues

• Major life changes

• Other concerns

   

What does a stephen minister do?

• Listen

• Encourages

• Keeps Confidence

• Prays

• Supports

• Walks Beside a Hurting Person

Stephen Ministers are committed Christians who . . .

• Receive extensive training in caregiving skills

• Visit another person regularly

• Are committed to confidentiality

• Listen to your concerns

 Stephen Ministers are NOT . . .

• Counselors

• Therapists

• Problem solvers

• Casual visitors