Small Group Ministries

 

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Stephen Ministry 2012-13 Training Schedule

 

STEPHEN MINISTRY IS...

....a program of our congregation that equips lay persons to provide distinctively Christian one-to-one care to those who are experiencing all kinds of life needs and circumstances, both in our congregation and community.

 

STEPHEN MINISTERS ARE COMMITTED CHRISTIAN PEOPLE WHO...

....express God’s care through their lives to others. Receive 50 hours of initial training, important caring ministry skills and concepts;

  • Are commissioned as Stephen Ministers after completing their initial training;
  • Visit another person regularly and dependably and offer Christian support and care;
  • Participate in regular support and supervision under the guidance of trained Stephen Leaders;are committed to preserving
    the confidential nature of the caring relationship;
  • Serve for at least two years; receive continuing education and skill building throughout their years of service.

 

“PUT ON THEN, AS GOD’S CHOSEN ONES, HOLY AND BELOVED, COMPASSION.” COLOSSIANS 3:12

STEPHEN LEADERS:
Pastor Luhring - Pastor Schmidt - Dr. Jeff Pruitt- Penny Mueller - Faith Smith - Rita Bergman - Sandy Joost

Visit the Stephen Ministry Web Site

 

WHAT IS A CHRISTCARE SMALL GROUP christcareMINISTRY?

A ChristCare Group is a gathering of 3-12 people that meets regularly for the purpose of mutual care and encouragement, prayer and worship, practical study that relates the Bible or biblical principles to everyday life, service or outreach to others. The group is led by a trained leader who receives ongoing support and encouragement for their ministry. The group independently chooses the topic of its study and the nature of its service or outreach.

Who would benefit from participation in a ChristCare Group?

All those who desire to:

  • Learn more about God
  • Grow in their Christian faith
  • Develop a closer fellowship with several others
  • Give and receive care during life’s ups and downs
  • Pray and worship God in a small group environment
  • Discover and develop their gifts and special talents for ministry
  • Reach out to others in practical ways with the love of Jesus

    • Please call the church office at 419-782-5766 for futher information.


    telephoneTELECARE
    MINISTRY

    The Telecare meets every Tuesday evening from 6:30 – 8:00 P.M.
    Chairman: Phil Rohlf

    getwell“WE CARE” CARD
    MINISTRY

    We send cards to remember people on special occasions or in special circumstances.
    Coordinator: Penny Mueller (419-784-3299)

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