Care Ministries
CARE MINISTRIES
All important human relationships in life take work and intentionality. Love does not grow by accident, it takes commitment. This is just as true for a church family as it is for our families at home. In a growing metropolitan community such as ours, we want to be quite deliberate about developing a caring church. This is why we organize ourselves to give care to one another.
Cluster Groups – The church membership is divided into geographical areas known as clusters. All people in the church are automatically assigned to a cluster. Each cluster leader organizes the response to a need within that geographical area, calling upon members of the cluster to be of help. In this way everybody at St. Stephen’s shares in the ministry of Caring.
Prayer Chain — Our confidential prayer chain is available 24/7. Requests for prayer are communicated to individuals who offer prayer on behalf of others in need. Please submit a prayer request through this website.
Hospital Visitation Team – Members volunteer to make a brief visit to those who are hospitalized, offering cheer, comfort and support.
Long Term Care – Church members help with the practical needs arising from injury or illnesses that are long term. They may include transportation, childcare, housekeeping help, errands and other needs.
Bereavement – We care for our families, when a member dies, by providing a meal for the family. We also have volunteers available to housesit during the funeral service.
Covenant Callers – Our homebound members are important to us, so the Covenant Callers make visits, send cards and keep in touch with those who are unable to be with us every week.
