The Stephen Ministry Difference
With Stephen Ministry--

• Pastors don't carry the burden of being the congregation's sole caregivers. They have a team of gifted, trained, committed lay caregivers ready to minister to hurting people inside and outside the congregation.
• Laypeople have a chance to use and strengthen their leadership and care giving gifts in meaningful ministry--serving others while experiencing tremendous spiritual growth.
• People who are hurting no longer suffer alone. A caring Christian friend comes alongside them to provide emotional and spiritual care for as long as the need persists.
• Congregations have a practical, powerful way to:
• "Equip God's people for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ." (Ephesians 4:12)
• "Love one another as I have loved you." (John 13:34)
• "Bear one another's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." (Galatians 6:2)
• "Go make disciples." (Matthew 28:19)

• Receive quality, Christ-centered, confidential care for their hurts and needs.
• Find hope, healing, and a new sense of self-worth through the support of a Stephen Minister.
• Know they are remembered and supported by their congregation in times of personal difficulty.
• Receive ongoing care for continuing needs long after the onset of crisis, when many others have forgotten about them.
• Grow in a deeper relationship with their Lord as they experience God's unconditional love for them through their Stephen Minister.