Stephen Ministry Update
We are a Stephen Ministry church! What does that mean?
With all the events that make the news each day, it can
sometimes seem like there are few people in the world
that care for others. At Calvary, know that is not true. We
have nine Stephen Ministers who care very deeply for
anyone needing an individual to visit them and share their
circumstances, whatever they are.
Christians often believe they are weak if they ask for help,
since we should all find our strength in Jesus Christ. We
sometimes believe there must be others who need help more.
Stephen Ministers are trained to assist with the growth of an
individual during hard times. Seeing a Stephen Minister does
not make you a weak person. Jesus asks us to help each
other and we know there is strength in numbers. Wherever
two or more are gathered in His name, He will be there also.
No one needs to suffer alone.
Can you remember a time in your life when you needed
someone to hear you with unconditional love and just be
there no matter what? That is what a Stephen Minister can
offer.
What are and What we aren’t
Stephen Ministers are not counselors or trained psychologists.
Stephen Ministers are trained to listen, ask questions, share
scripture, and pray. We are the caregivers and God is
the cure giver. Together we find the answers to difficult
questions by spending time together and sharing thoughts
confidentially. Whatever is said during a visit with a Stephen