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Stephen Ministry

What Is Stephen Ministry?
Our congregation’s Stephen Ministry equips lay people to provide confidential, one-to-one Christian care to individuals in our congregation and community who are experiencing difficulties in their lives.

A Stephen Minister Is...
A child of God who walks beside a person who is hurting
A member of the community with gifts for caregiving who was carefully selected to serve in this role
A lay person who has received 50 hours of training in providing emotional and spiritual care
A caring, Christian friend who listens, cares, prays, supports, and encourages
Someone who will “be there” for his or her care receiver, meeting faithfully for about an hour each week, for as long as there is a need  

Stephen Ministry in our congregation
  • Could you benefit from the confidential, one-to-one care and support of a Stephen Minister?
  • Do you know someone – perhaps a friend, neighbor, coworker, or relative– who could benefit from Stephen Ministry? 
  • Are you interested in becoming a Stephen Minister?
To learn more contact us at stephenministry@fpcbirmingham.org 

​Stephen Ministry Is YOUR Ministry
You play an important role in Stephen Ministry. Here’s what you can do:
  • Pray for God to bring hope and healing to hurting people through our Stephen Ministry.
  • Accept care from a Stephen Minister during your time of need. God doesn’t expect you to bear your burdens alone.
  • Tell a friend, neighbor, coworker or relative who is hurting about our Stephen Ministry.
 
Stephen Ministry Is a Confidential Ministry
The identity of those receiving care and what takes place in each caring relationship remain private.

Stephen Ministry Multiplies Ministry
 Pastors will always be on the front lines of care, especially during times of crisis.  But there are always many more needs for ongoing, one-to-one care than pastors can effectively meet by themselves.

Stephen Ministry provides a biblical solution– equipping God’s people for ministry.  Gifted lay people are trained to support and extend the care that pastors continue to provide.

Stephen Ministers reach out with God’s love to people who are hurting– both congregation members and nonmembers alike.

If you are a good listener and a compassionate person, prayerfully consider becoming a Stephen Minister.
click here for more info on becoming a stephen minister
STEPHEN MINISTRY BROCHURE

“Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
Galatians 6:2
“Therefore encourage one another and build up each other.”
1 Thessalonians 5:11

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Address: 1669 W. Maple, Birmingham, MI 48009
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    • Baptism
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  • Worship
    • church at home, livestream, reservations for in-person worship
    • Recent Sermons
    • Bulletins
    • Worship Schedule
    • Rejoicing Spirits Worship
    • Worship Videos >
      • Trombone Choir
      • Choir Videos
      • Handbell Choir Videos
    • Music Ministries
  • Serve
    • Matthew 25
    • Covid-19 Relief Fund with application
    • Skyline Meals
    • Our Efforts to Serve the Least
    • Alcott School Ministry
    • International Missions >
      • Yucatan Peninsula Mission (YPM)
      • Kenya Mission Trip Story
      • Faith Kasoni - Kenya
      • Chang-Lopez
    • Local Missions >
      • Faith Communities Coalition on Foster Care
      • Little Free Libraries
    • In Our Church >
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      • Memorial Service Help
    • Faith Communities Coalition on Foster Care
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      • Five Part Story
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      • Theologian in Residence
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      • Church History 101 >
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        • The Church Expands
        • Constantine to the Reformation
        • The Reformation
        • The Church in America
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      • Christian Faith Foundation
      • Genesis Bible Study >
        • Genesis Chapters 1-11
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        • Genesis Chapters 26-36
        • Genesis Chapters 37-50
      • John Calvin For Everyone
      • What is a Presbyterian Video Series
      • Two Year Bible Trek
      • Presbyterian Women Study Notes
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