FPCA Stephen Ministry Mission

A Christ-centered ministry to provide confidential
one-to- one emotional and spiritual care
to adults who are hurting.


Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ (Galatians 6:2, NRSV).

Our current Stephen Ministers are: Denise Walters, Miriam Whitfield, Wendy Kazen, Sue Seestedt. Judy Seidel, Cheryl Kurpiel, Beth Graber, Sara Ingram

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We are currently accepting applications for Stephen Ministers. Training is planned to begin January 2026. If you feel called to this ministry or would like more information, please contact one of our current Stephen Ministers or email a Stephen Ministry Leader

What Is Stephen Ministry?

What Is Stephen Ministry?

Stephen Ministry is a proven and effective way to organize, equip, and support a team of congregation members called Stephen Ministers to provide on-to-one, Christ-centered care to people experiencing life difficulities.

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Learn more about this ministry’s blessing in a testimonial from a Stephen Minister

Stephen Ministry Testimonial Here