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Stephen Ministry At FPC

Stephen Ministry at FPC provides one-on-one, confidential, Christian care to members of our congregation and community. This care exists to supplement—not replace—the outstanding care provided by our Pastors and Deacons.

Since 1975, more than 600,000 people from more than 13,000 congregations and other organizations have been trained as Stephen Ministers. FPC, Waunakee is proud to be one of those congregations since 2017.

Stephen Ministers are lay congregation members trained to provide one-to-one care to those experiencing a difficult time in life, such as grief, divorce, job loss, chronic or terminal illness, or relocation or any time of need.

Is God calling You to be His hands and feet?

We are always looking for caregivers. Training usually starts in the fall. It is a blessing and you will learn things that will help you in the ministry and in every day life. Email Tryg Knutson for more information.

Stephen Ministry Training

Stephen Ministry will be conducting training for new Ministers starting at the end of October.  Our ministry of listening and caring is looking for compassionate individuals who want to help those who are needing assistance.  Contact the office with interest, or connect with any of the three Stephen Ministry Leaders:

Jill Umlauf
jill.umlauf@umlaufco.com

Tryg Knutson
trygknutson@gmail.com

Doneta Chorney
dchorney@me.com

Who are the Stephen Minister Caregivers and what do they do?

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  • Stephen Ministry caregivers have been through 50 hours of training to equip them to provide Christian care to individuals experiencing a crisis or challenge.
  • Stephen Ministry caregivers meet one-on-one with their care receivers once a week and are in touch more often if needed.
  • Stephen Ministry caregivers offer uniquely Christian care, which means they are committed to praying for and with the care receiver. They bring the hope and encouragement of the Christian faith to those who are suffering.
  • Caregivers listen to the care receiver’s concerns without making any judgements.
  • Stephen Ministry caregivers provide absolute confidentiality and hold their relationships with care receivers in the highest possible regard.
  • Stephen Ministry leaders and Pastors carefully match caregivers with care receivers, taking into consideration many factors such as age, experience, gender, and background.
  • Stephen Ministry caregivers offer referral to professionals when a person’s needs are beyond the scope of their abilities.

Who might need a Stephen Ministry caregiver?

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Life presents all kinds of situations that mean a person could benefit from seeing a Stephen Ministry caregiver. These might include:

  • Acute, chronic, or terminal Illness (those suffering from illness, as well as caregivers)
  • Loss of a loved one
  • Family frustrations and challenges
  • Separation or divorce
  • New member of the family
  • Job loss
  • Hospitalization
  • Struggles with faith
  • Aging
  • Feelings of grief or loneliness
  • Relocation

Stephen Ministry caregivers cannot provide care to…

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  • People of the opposite gender (male caregivers will be with male care receivers, and female caregivers with female care receivers)
  • Minors
  • More than one person at a time, i.e., no couples or families
  • People struggling with serious depression or other mental health issues
  • People who are extreme manipulators
  • People dealing with unresolved physical or substance abuse issues
  • People who exhibit suicidal or violent behavior

How do I find a Stephen Ministry caregiver for myself or someone I love?

  • Identify a possible care receiver.
  • Care enough to pass that name on to a Pastor, Deacon, member of the Stephen Ministry team, or the church office.
  • Askif a potential care receiver would like information on Stephen Ministry. Give their name and phone number to Donna, or whoever is in the office and we will take it from there.

We need our congregation to be our eyes and ears for people who are suffering.  Our hope is that you will reach out to them with the idea of a caregiver, and follow through by passing their name on to the office.  You will be the hands and feet of Christ when you reach out!

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Next Steps

  • Get in touch with us. We would love to help answer any questions you have before visiting FPC.
  • Take a look at our What to Expect page.
  • Worship with us! Our services are Sunday Morning at 10:00 am.
  • Sign up for the weekly Connector.
  • Get plugged in. FPC loves and values instigating fellowship. We have all kinds of social groups, events, and studies to help get you more connected.

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Church office is open:

Monday – Thursday //
10:00 am – 4 pm

First Presbyterian Church of Waunakee

5763 County Rd. Q
Waunakee, WI
info@myfpc.org
608.949.9445

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