What is a Stephen Minister?

Stephen Ministry: God’s Love in Action 

What is Stephen Ministry:

Stephen Ministry is a ministry at St Catherine’s in which trained and supervised lay persons provide one-to-one Christian care to individuals in our congregation and the community. 

Stephen Ministers: The After People

People often ask, “What exactly is a Stephen Minister?”  Stephen Ministers are:

·       members of the congregation that have received 50 hours of training in providing emotional and spiritual care. 

·       their role is to listen, care, pray and encourage.

One way to put it is that Stephen Ministers are the After People.

Stephen Ministers are there:

… after  the phone call you hoped you would never get.

… after  the funeral, when everyone has left and the emotions you held at bay come crashing in on you.

… after  the doctor says, “I am sorry, but there’s nothing more we can do.

… after  the nursing home director shakes your hand and says, “Welcome to your new home.”

… after  the last child honks the horn, waves, and drives away – and the house is suddenly empty.

… after  you find the pink slip with your final paycheck.

… after  your family and friends have heard your story one too many times, but you still need to talk it out.

… they are ready to come alongside you – your friends, neighbors, coworkers, or relatives – and provide comfort and support for as long after as needed.

Who to Contact if You Would Like to Receive Care From a Stephen Minister?

·       Mother Sarah

·       Trey Phillips

·       David Moore (404-309-7793)

If you would like more information about Stephen Ministry or are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister contact one of the Stephen Minister leaders:

·       David Moore (404-309-7793)

·       Terri Gabrielson (770-366-0066)

·       Natalie Whitlow (770-998-1259)