Our Stephen Ministry strives to make a significant contribution to the quantity and quality of pastoral care offered at Trinity Lutheran Church and in our community.  Established at Trinity in 1988, the ministry operates under the guidance of our pastors and a team of Stephen Leaders.  The Stephen Ministers are an important part of the pastoral care team.

Who is a Stephen Minister?

A Stephen Minister is:

• A lay person who has received 50 hours of training in how to provide distinctively Christian care
• A child of God who walks beside a hurting person.
• A caring Christian who really listens
• click here to meet Trinity's Stephen Ministers

A Stephen Minister is not:

• A counselor or therapist
• A problem solver
• A casual visitor

• Lonely
• Disabled
• Hospitalized
• In job crisis
• Terminally ill
• New to our community and congregation
• Homebound
• Bereaved
• In spiritual crisis
• In a difficult life transition
• In need of a caring Christian friend

Everyone goes through difficult times.  Having someone to care, to listen, to share God’s love with you can help you get through the confusion, stress, or loneliness you may be experiencing.

Could you benefit from the confidential, one-to-one care and support of a Stephen Minister, or do you know someone – perhaps a friend, coworker, or relative – who would benefit from Stephen Minister?  Are you interested in possibly becoming a Stephen Minister?  Then talk with a pastor or Stephen Leader or call the church office (425) 778-2159.