Stephen Ministry

What is the Stephen Ministry?

Stephen Ministry is:

• A one-to-one ministry by trained, caring members of our congregation.

• A helping relationship focusing on the unique needs of each person.

• A commitment to caring and supporting one another, to build a Christ-centered, sharing community.

• A response to Christ's instruction to "love one another as I have loved you."

• A biblical and educational training program.

• A ministry named after Stephen, the first deacon in the early church, commissioned by the apostles.

Who is a Stephen Minister?

A follower of Jesus Christ who, through training has learned skills and developed his/her gifts in order to extend a supporting hand, bringing Christ's healing love to individuals in times of need.

What Kind of Needs Does Stephen Ministry Address?

Individuals who are:

• Hospitalized

• Grieving

• Lonely

• Depressed

• Separated or in the divorce process

• Shut-in

• New parents

• Dying

• Families of the terminally ill

• Experiencing loss

• In trouble with the law

• Experiencing life transitions

• Struggling with their faith

For more information, contact Pastor Bob Warren at 847-392-4840, ext. 213, or bwarren@ahefc.org. Check out the national Stephen Ministry website at www.stephenministries.org.