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When is the time right to ask for a Stephen Minister? Is it only when facing death or lingering illness and loneliness? Of course, these are obvious life concerns which need to be shared. But there are many other times of change when a confidential, caring listener can share your burdens. The following list is not inclusive, but suggests a wide variety of occasions where a Stephen Minister will be of help.
People who:
move in and out of our community
grieve a death or serious loss
are prisoners, ex-offenders and their families
experiencing birth or adoption
are sick or hospitalized
are terminally or chronically ill
care for someone else in difficulty
are lonely
are separated or are in the process of divorce (before, during, or after)
are single parents
have handicapped children or family members
have someone in a nursing home
have children leaving home for college, marriage, or work in another geographical area
are inactive in the church and are looking for a way back to the church
have suffered a significant financial setback or job loss
are affected by a natural disaster
deal with unsettled family relationships
need a Christian friend
face life transitions
experience spiritual crisis
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