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Drop-off bins are located at each campus, every weekend.
Sunday, Feb. 12, 8:50 am-12:50 pm
RR Worship Center, Rm 107
Sundays, Feb. 19-Mar. 11, 9-10:45 am
RR Worship Center, Rm 107

Stephen Ministry

Dear Christian Friend,
Thank you for your interest and desire to join one of the most important care ministries being shared and conducted in churches across America and the world—Stephen Ministry.

Woodmen Valley Chapel needs and is seeking men and women such as you who have a vital faith in Christ and a desire to serve in ministry to others. It is a ministry that begins with 50 hours of stimulating and useful training in Christian care skills. This training will be led by trained Stephen Leaders and will include a variety of topics such as listening, Christian assertiveness, maintaining boundaries in care giving and grief. The training is distinctively Christian and focuses on God as the one who cures as we care.

When the Stephen Ministry training is completed and church membership qualifications are in order, you will be commissioned and ready to begin your ministry. Working under supervision as a Stephen Minister, you will have an opportunity to meet weekly with a person experiencing such problems as these and more.

  • Bereavement
  • Terminal Illness
  • Single Parenting                                               
  • Long-term Hospitalizations
  • Job Loss                                                          
  • Natural Disasters

You will be asked to commit at least two years for training, service and regular supervision which includes 50 hours of training, weekly Monday night meetings with a Care Receiver and required, twice monthly meetings of supervision and continuing education. Often Stephen Ministers enjoy the ministry so much they choose to serve beyond the two years.

Please complete the application form below completely. After receiving your application, we will contact you to set up a time for a personal interview.
Cost: $60/person. Covers all materials.

This is an exciting step in engaging in the mission of Christian ministry and the vision of Woodmen Valley Chapel. It is also an exciting step in your personal spiritual growth as you serve using the spiritual gifts God has given you.

If you have any questions regarding this process, contact Lana Rockwell at 719.388.4972 or lrockwell@woodmenvalley.org.

Blessings,
Brent H. Williams
Director of Pastoral Care

Stephen Ministry Confidential Application

* Full Name
* Address
* City
* State
* Zip Code
* Phone
Work Phone
Cell Phone
* Email
* Marital Status
* Age
* Are you a member of Woodmen Valley Chapel?
* How long have you attended WVC?
* Have you been previously certified as a Stephen Minister?
* Have you had special training as a Stephen Leader?
If yes, please describe:

* 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 for you?

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

* To what extent are you or would you be comfortable/uncomfortable relating one-on-one to people who are going through a personal crisis? (i.e. bereavement, terminal illness, job loss, etc.)

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

* What ministries have you been involved with in the past at Woodmen Valley Chapel or other churches?

* What ministries are you currently involved with at WVC?

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

* Describe briefly your relationship with Jesus Christ.

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

* Have you ever been charged with a crime?
If yes, explain 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.

* Name of pastor, Sunday teacher or small group leader who knows you spiritually (not a relative). Please include name, address, phone and email.

* Provide three references who are not members of this congregation.

Please read and sign below: The information I have provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I agree to participate in Stephen Ministry training, Small Group Peer supervision and function within the boundaries of Stephen Ministry as adopted by my congregation. I give permission for the congregation, if deemed necessary, to call my references, secure a police background check on me and consult with the treating physician(s) or other mental health professionals regarding the nature of any treatment I have received for emotional or psychiatric problems.

* Electronic Signature-type your name

* I verify that my E-Signature is valid

 


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