Valley Presbyterian

       WE ARE A STEPHEN MINISTRY CHURCH,

       Stephen Ministry is founded and grounded

      in Jesus’ command to love one another.

      Through one-to-one caring relationships

      those who are hurting receive the love and

      care they need to support them.

What is a Stephen Minister?

 Stephen Minister is...

A child of God who walks beside a hurting person

A caring Christian friend who really listens

A member of our congregation who has received 50 hours of training in how to provide

distinctively Christian care.

 A person who is ready to focus on your needs

 A trustworthy confidant who will keep everything you say‑and even your identity‑confidential Someone who will faithfully meet with you on a weekly basis for as long as your need persists

 A Stephen Minister is NOT... A counselor or therapist

A  problem solver

Someone who runs errands or helps with chores

A casual visitor

We help those who are.

Hospitalized

Terminally ill

Bereaved,

Disabled

Homebound

Lonely

New church members

In a spiritual crisis or

Looking for a caring, Christian friend

If you have questions about Stephen Ministry, please phone Punky Griggs at 648-8491, Barb Mengebier at 648‑7006, or one of our pastors at 625­5023.

Stephen Leaders