Stephen Ministry in United Methodist Congregations
In these articles, read how United Methodist congregations are using Stephen Ministry to provide care for people in their congregations and communities.
You have permission to download these resources and photocopy them to build support for Stephen Ministry in your congregation or organization.
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“Stephen Ministry: Personal Angels Available”—This article from The Catoosa County News takes a look at Stephen Ministry at Boynton United Methodist Church in Georgia, comparing having a Stephen Minister to having a personal angel to walk with you through hard times.
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“Helping Pastors Minister to Flock”—Because pastors have so many responsibilities, they benefit greatly from the care Stephen Ministers can provide hurting people, as described in this newspaper article from Fredericksburg, Virginia.
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“Earth Angels: Stephen Ministers Offer Emotional and Spiritual Support in Times of Trouble”—“She would hold my hand and let me spill out my heart. I call her my earth angel. . . .” This newspaper article describes the life-changing care provided by Stephen Ministers serving two congregations in Naples, Florida.
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Stephen Ministries is a not-for-profit Christian education organization founded in 1975 that produces training and resources known for their excellence, practicality, psychological integrity, and theological depth. These resources cover topics such as caring ministry, assertive relating, spiritual gifts discovery, grief support, spiritual growth, and more.
Congregations and other organizations use these resources to strengthen and expand ministry. Individuals use them to improve their ability to relate to and care for others, grow in faith, and journey through life crises. Our 30-person staff is based in St. Louis, Missouri.