Stephen Ministry

Stephen Ministers are committed Christian people who...

• express God's care through their lives to other;
• receive 50 hours of initial training in 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.

If you would like more information about Stephen Ministry in our congregation, please contact Rev. Barbara Hatchell at ext. 207 or by email: bhatchell@smyrnafumc.org.