Congratulations

Left to right—Front row: Marti Hoag
Second row: Dcn Anne Strong, David Hoag, Larry Allen, Guy Coleman, Gigi Kameyer, Peggy Smith, Ruth Ferreri, Margaret Voge
Third row: Bill Symonds, Michael Schloemer, Cathy Symonds, Mary Paul, Regina Kraft, Peter Henry, Lori Harwood
Not present: Charlotte Peacock

Last Sunday, 14 parishioners who completed 50 hours of training this summer were commissioned as Stephen Ministers. They have been matched with parishioners who have requested the type of confidential support the ministers can offer, and the pairs will typically meet for one hour each week.

Stephen Ministry is a well-established Christian listening ministry that has trained thousands of lay people to meet with individuals confidentially, and to really hear them. Volunteers support people going through life crises, such as the death of a spouse or child, grave illness, loss of a job, or other such challenges.

If you would like to meet with a Stephen Minister or have questions about the ministry, please contact Dcn Anne Strong at revranne@gmail.com or parishioner Bill Symonds wcsymonds@gmail.com.