Stephen Ministry

Stephen's Ministries

This is a confidential ministry, offering care and support for those experiencing life's difficulties

such as the death of a loved one, job crisis, aging, separation or divorce, long-term illness,

spiritual crises, financial difficulties, struggles with self esteem,

or for those needing the support of a Christian friend.

The lay Christian caregivers in this Ministry complement the Pastoral staff.

They do not replace short-term visitation or support provided by

the Board of Deacons and the Pastoral staff.

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A Stephen Minister is:

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Library
Books can be borrowed by members of the congregation of First Presbyterian Church.

Books feature topics such as facing illness, aging, loss of a loved one, grief, suffering, and depression.

Such as:

Don't Sing Songs To A Heavy Heart -- How To Relate To Those Who Are Suffering

by Kenneth C. Haugk, the founder of Stephen Ministry

Aging -- The Fulfillment of Life

by Henry J. Nouwen

Finding Your Way after Your Spouse Dies

by Martha Felber

Sanity and Grace

by Joan Collins
Caring for Parents Who Cared for You

I Wasn't Ready to Say Goodbye - Surviving, Coping and Healing

After the Sudden Death of a Loved One

by Brook Noel and Pamela D. Blair

Letting Go of Disappointments and Painful Losses

by Pam Vredevelt

10 Essentials of Highly Healthty People

by Walt Larimore, M.D.

In keeping with the confidential nature of this ministry, you will not be required to sign out a book,

but we do request that books be returned within two weeks.

Donations to the Stephen's Ministry Library are welcome.

Send a check to First Presbyterian Church South Bend with a notation that it is for the Stephen's Ministry library.

For further information contact the church office at (574) 234-4159