Stephen Ministry is YOUR ministry!
It is an important way we at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church care for one another.
If you are going through a difficult time, consider having a Stephen Minister.
If you know someone else who is facing any
difficulties, suggest that they request
Stephen Ministry.
Make use of it. Stephen Ministry belongs to you!
Contact Heidi Wayland or Carol Wise about Stephen Ministry by calling the church office at 303.457.9267.
What is Stephen Ministry?
Stephen Ministry provides distinctively Christian care through one-to-one relationships for those with a variety of needs both in our congregation and community.
A New Stephen Leader has been commissioned
In August of 2012, Gaye Lynn Schankweiler completed her Stephen Leader training and joins the leadership team, along with Heidi Wayland and Carol Wise.
Training classes were done in 2007 and 2009. These dedicated people trained for 7 months and are currently providing their caring ministry among us here at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church.
Stephen Ministers are members of Good Shepherd UMC who have been through extensive training and provide confidential, one-to-one, Christian care to people who are experiencing a difficult time. They will listen, care, encourage, pray with and for you, and provide weekly support for you as long as your need persists. If you or someone you know is hurting, find out more about Stephen Ministry by talking with one of our Stephen Leaders: Heidi Wayland or Carol Wise. Our Stephen Ministers are ready to bring God's love and care into your life.
We currently have 13 active Stephen Ministers. Below are our most recent graduates of the Stephen Ministry program.
What is a Stephen Minister?
Stephen Ministers are faithful Christians sent by God to help you through a life crisis.
They are filled with God's love and knowledge, which you will find quite priceless.
Theywalk closely with you and be your trusted riend.
Keeping everything in confidence until you're whole again.
Maybe you've lost a loved one or job on which you depend.
It could be a serious illness, and you feel you need a friend.
So you don't have to go it alone when life's challenges you must bear.
Just let them know of your need, and a Stephen Minister will be there.
--Betty L. Delfosse, from Poems From the Heart
For a downloadable brochure regarding our Stephen's Ministry program, please click HERE.
If you are interested in Stephen Ministry training, please click HERE.