Stephen Ministry
“Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.”
Romans 12:15
Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministers seek to be present to others through prayer and accompaniment.
Call our confidential hotline at: (469) 467-9669 ext. 150
What Can Stephen Ministry Do?
At certain times in life we look to a caring Catholic Friend to listen to us while we work through our thoughts and feelings. Life has twists and turns. All of us find ourselves struggling at certain times in our lives. From the experience of being hospitalized, to relocation, struggling with family situation, homebound or being a caregiver to either an elder or a child with special needs, many life predicaments can trigger a need to talk with someone.
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People who are hospitalized.
Individuals who are terminally ill.
Close family members who are termanilly ill.
Accompaniment after divorce.
Parents who have children leaving home for the military, college, marriage, or work in another geographical area.
New congregation or community members who are experiencing transition difficulties.
Inactive church members who are in need of care.
Parents and families with children who have disabilities.
People convalescing at home or in an institution after an illness or injury.
Those who are homebound or in a nursing care center.
Family members of someone who is homebound or in a nursing care center.
People with a chronic illness or a long-term disability.
Primary caregivers for those with a chronic illness or a long-term disability.
People facing birth-related issues such as infertility, adoption, an unplanned pregnancy, or the birth of a child.
People being treated for cancer.
People who have suffered a significant financial setback.
People who have lost their jobs.
People experiencing significant financial setback.
Family members of deployed military personnel.
People in the process of moving out of town or downsizing to a smaller house.
People who are preparing to retire, who have recently retired, or who have been forced to retire early.
People affected by disasters or acts of violence.
People experiencing spiritual crises.
People with other critical needs or major life transitions that you know about.
Become a Stephen Minister
We are looking for individuals who want to grow in their faith, develop stronger relational skills, and bring Christ's love into the lives of hurting people. The Church exists to proclaim the Gospel, and Stephen Ministers work toward that goal.
Stephen Minister Training
If you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister, please call or email for information on upcoming trainings.
Email: stephenministry@ourladyofangels.com
Phone: 469-467-9669 ext. 150
