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"Bear one
another’s burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ." Galatians 6:2
Stephen Ministers
are committed Christians who…
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Express
God’s care through their lives to others
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Receive
50 hours of initial training in important caring ministry skills and
concepts
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Are
commissioned as Stephen Ministers after completing their initial
training
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Visit
another person regularly and dependably and offer Christian support
and care
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Participate in regular support and supervision under the guidance of
trained Stephen Leaders
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Are
committed to preserving the confidentiality of the caring
relationship
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Serve
for at least two years
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Receive
continuing education and skill building throughout their years of
service
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