Stephen Ministry
What is Stephen Ministry?
Stephen Ministry is designed to care for the people of Mary, Mother as well as our surrounding community. As you go through life, you may experience a personal crisis or difficulty and need someone to listen - possibly someone outside of your family or circle.
A Stephen Minister can meet with you confidentially, one-on-one for an hour each week. During this hour, you can share your thoughts and feelings in a safe and nonjudgmental setting.
We have Stephen Ministers ready and available for you now. To learn more, contact Janet Gorshe, Pastoral Care Coordinator in the Parish Office (952)890-0045 or email, jgorshe@mmotc.org.
Who are Stephen Ministers?
Stephen Ministers are not counselors or professionals. We are members of the Mary, Mother parish and have been trained to provide one-to-one, Christ-centered listening care. We have a compassionate heart for those who are hurting and are equipped with caregiving ministry skills. A Stephen Minister typically has one care receiver at a time and meets with that person once a week to provide confidential care by listening, encouraging, and offering emotional and spiritual support.
Is God calling you to use your talents and life experiences to care for others?
If you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister, contact Janet Gorshe at the Parish Office.
Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2
Stephen Ministers are members of the Mary, Mother parish who are trained to listen, care, encourage, and provide spiritual and emotional support for people experiencing challenges in life, such as:
Family Challenges
Divorce/Broken Relationship
Single Parent
Child with Disability
Adoption/Foster Care/Blended
Family Changes
Unexpected Pregnancy
Miscarriage/Stillbirth/Infertility
Consolation after Abortion
Death of a Loved One
Major Medical Crisis
Terminal Illness/Cancer
Hospice
Chronic Care Situation
Long term illness/Condition/Disability
Caregiver for Spouse/Parent
Incarceration
Challenges for Family
Re-integration to Society
Military Challenges
Deployment of Loved One
Adjustment Deployment Return
Vocational Issues
Job Stress/Problems
Retirement
Other Issues
Faith Issues/Spiritual Crisis
Other Crisis/Life Difficulty
