Stephen Ministry

Care, Support, and Encouragement When Life Feels Heavy
Stephen Ministry offers one-on-one Christian care for people walking through difficult seasons. Stephen Ministers are trained members of our congregation who provide a listening ear, a caring presence, emotional support, and spiritual encouragement during times of crisis or transition.

Whether you are experiencing grief, loneliness, hospitalization, divorce, disability, job loss, a major life change, or simply need someone to walk alongside you, Stephen Ministry is here to help.

Stephen Ministry care is confidential and free.

What to Expect

If you are matched with a Stephen Minister, you will meet one-on-one with someone who will listen, care, encourage, and support you through your season of need. Some care relationships last for a short time, while others continue longer depending on the situation.

Female Stephen Ministers are paired with female care receivers, and male Stephen Ministers are paired with male care receivers. Every care relationship is handled with care, respect, and confidentiality.

Stephen Ministry May Be Helpful
For Those Who Are:

  • Grieving the loss of a loved one
  • Experiencing loneliness or isolation
  • Hospitalized, homebound, or recovering
  • Facing divorce or separation
  • Navigating job loss or financial stress
  • Walking through a major life transition
  • Caring for someone who is aging, disabled, or terminally ill
  • Moving into or out of the community
  • Welcoming a child through birth, adoption, or foster care
  • Simply needing the support of a Christian friend
If you would like to learn more about Stephen Ministry or be matched with a JW Stephen Minister, we would love to hear from you.
Request Stephen Ministry Care
Do you feel called to offer compassionate care and encouragement to others?
Please reach out to learn more about becoming a Stephen Minister.
Become A JW Stephen Minister