Stephen Ministry CARES

Christ Caring for People, Through People

Stephen Ministers bring God’s love into the lives of people who are going through a difficult time or experiencing a crisis. They listen, care, support, encourage, and pray with and for a person who is hurting. And, in the midst of this confidential one-to-one caring relationship, God’s healing love comes pouring through.

If someone you know is facing a crisis – large or small – and could benefit from the caring presence of a Stephen Minister, talk to one of our Stephen Leaders: Lisa Homady at 330.460.7315 or Carol Maline at 330.460.7336. Our Stephen Ministers are ready to care for you!

Interested in Becoming a Stephen Minister?

Stephen Ministers listen, explore feelings, pray, share Christ’s love, maintain confidentiality, attend to the caregiving process and leave the results to God. Stephen Ministers care for people who may be grieving, in a crisis, in need of long-term care, dying, hospitalized, divorcing, experiencing losses as they age, going through a crisis of childbirth, and/or is a family member and/or friend of someone who is in crisis.

The role of a Stephen Minister requires a two-year commitment with 50 hours of initial Stephen Ministry training.

If God is calling you to serve, please talk with one of our Stephen Ministry Leaders: Lisa Homady at 330-460-7315 or Carol Maline at 330-460-7336.

Or, you may submit an application using one of the following methods:

Downloading and printing the Stephen Minister Application from home and bringing the completed application to the PLC Front Office at Saint Ambrose. Please make the envelope that contains your completed application to the attention of Lisa Homady or Carol Maline.
Completing and electronically submitting the form below.

Stephen Minister Application

"*" indicates required fields

Name*

First Last

Address*

Street Address City State ZIP Code

Email Address*

Phone Number*

Are you a member of Saint Ambrose Parish?*

If you are a member, how long have you belonged to our parish?*

Briefly describe why you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister.*

What spiritual gifts or strengths do you believe God has given you that would help you serve effectively as a Stephen Minister?*

In what ways do you think you would benefit personally from your training and service as a Stephen Minister?*

Based on your current understanding of what it means to be a Stephen Minister, what do you think would be difficult or challenging aspects of this role?*

How would people who know you describe the way you relate to others?*

Are you willing to commit to serve faithfully for a period of no less than two years? This includes:*

Stephen Ministry initial training period of a total of 50 hours.

Weekly visits with your care-receiver for about an hour, as agreed upon with the care-receiver.

Twice-monthly Small Group Peer Supervision and Learning sessions.

All of these commitments are required of a Stephen Minister. If you do not check the "Select All" field, your application will be considered incomplete.

What changes would you need to make in your life in order to fulfill this commitment?*

Briefly describe your relationship with Jesus Christ*

Have you ever received treatment for any emotional or psychiatric problems?*

If yes, someone from the Stephen Leader Team will speak with you about this in order to better understand its significance in your life and ministry. Note: A great many caregivers have been made stronger in their caregiving ministry through the care they themselves have received, including care from mental health professionals. Your Stephen Leader Team affirms the work of mental health professionals, who have helped many individuals to experience growth and healing. The Stephen Leader Team requests this information because they want to be as fully informed as possible about all of our Stephen Ministers.

Have you ever been charged with a crime?*

If yes, please explain the charge(s) and conviction(s)/outcome(s) in detail. Someone from the Stephen Leader Team will speak with you about this so that the team may better understand its significance in your life and ministry.

Please provide two references who are not members of Saint Ambrose and not members of your family that may be contacted for a recommendation.*

Please include the full names, addresses, phone numbers, and relationship information for both individuals.

Stephen Ministry CARES

Christ Caring for People, Through People

Interested in Becoming a Stephen Minister?

Stephen Minister Application

Parish Registration

Eucharistic Adoration

Become a Stephen Minister

Stephen Ministry CARES

Christ Caring for People, Through People

Interested in Becoming a Stephen Minister?

Stephen Minister Application

Parish Registration

Eucharistic Adoration