Stephen Ministry

People often ask, “What exactly is a Stephen Minister?” One way to put it is that Stephen Ministers are the

AFTER People.

Stephen Ministers are there to help you carry your burden:

. . . AFTER the phone call you hoped you’d never get.

. . . AFTER the divorce papers are served and the bottom falls out of your life.

. . . AFTER the funeral, when everyone has left and the emotions you’ve held at bay come crashing in on you.

. . . AFTER the doctor says, “I’m 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 suddenly seems empty.

. . . AFTER the gavel goes down, the handcuffs go on, and your loved one is led away.

. . . AFTER the baby arrives, demanding more of you than you ever dreamed possible.

. . . AFTER you find a 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.

Stephen Ministers are the “After People.”  They are ready to come alongside you; your friends, neighbors, co-workers, or relatives and provide comfort and support for as long after as needed. We are all trained Lay Ministers, volunteers, and have a strict code of confidentiality.

To contact Stephen Ministry please see or call Pastor Doug (503)682-8855, Barb Zurstadt (503)625-3633, Jerry May (208)360-5990 or any Stephen Minister. Contact information to reach each of us is available through the church office or talk with us in person. Who are we? See the Stephen Ministry photo board in the hallway by the kitchen. You do not need to provide any confidential details until you speak with a referrals coordinator.

All information is held in the strictest confidence. If you, a family member or friend have a need, please let us know. We are here for you.

The Stephen Ministry Team

For more detailed information, please check out our Stephen Ministry postings page at http://zofx.net/commhope-sm