Stephen Ministry

     Sometimes we all experience crises and difficulties in life and we just need someone who will “be there” to listen and care.  Stephen Ministers are Christian care-givers who are trained to provide emotional and spiritual care to people who are hurting.  If you, or someone you know, is facing a life challenge, such as loss of a loved one, divorce or separation, loneliness or discouragement, chronic or terminal illness, birth, miscarriage, infertility, unemployment, or relocation—then we invite you to talk with our Associate Pastor Anne Elmore.  Stephen Ministry is confidential and involves having a caring, Christian friend who will meet with you to listen, care, pray, support, and encourage you each week, for as long as you need support.

Learn, Grow, and Serve by Becoming a Stephen Minister
     Do you have gifts for caring, encouragement, and listening? If so, please prayerfully consider becoming a Stephen Minister. Maple Springs will be training another class of Stephen Ministers starting January 2008. Stephen Ministers provide emotional and spiritual support and care to people who are going through a difficult time, such as divorce, grief, hospitalization, unemployment, terminal illness, relocation, chronic illness, or loneliness. To find out more about becoming a Stephen Minister or how you or someone you know could be matched with a Stephen Minister, talk with Rev. Anne Elmore.

Contact Anne Elmore at anne@maplesprings.org.

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