This page looks back at Units 9–12 of the Stephen Leader Training Course, pointing out additional resources to help you succeed in leading your Stephen Ministry.
These two units introduced the Stephen Ministry system step of finding potential care receivers in your congregation and community, with many tools and resources for identifying those who need care and equipping people to be on the lookout for care receivers.
These units drew on the following in your Leader’s Manual—check out these resources for more ideas.
Journeying through Grief is a set of four short books to send to people at four crucial times after the loss of a loved one, offering care, assurance, encouragement, and hope. Congregations that send these books often connect recipients with a Stephen Minister as well.
Cancer—Now What? is a book to give to those with cancer and their loved ones, filled with useful information and practical ideas for dealing with the wide range of challenges that cancer brings. Providing this book can be a great way to connect with potential care receivers.
This unit concluded the exploration of how to find care receivers, focusing on conducting the preparation interview and matching care receivers with Stephen Ministers.
This unit drew on the following in your Leader’s Manual—check out these resources for more ideas.
Preparing Care Receivers for Stephen Ministry is a concise guide for those who conduct preparation interviews. It’s a convenient reference for Stephen Leaders and an invaluable resource for equipping pastors and church staff. You have a copy in your S-4B folder—order additional copies here.
When and How to Use Mental Health Resources , one of the books used in Stephen Minister training, outlines the kinds of care Stephen Ministers do and do not provide, along with how best to work with mental health professionals to connect people with the type and level of care they need.
This unit described how Stephen Ministry aligns with, supports, and helps carry out the overall mission of any congregation.
This unit drew on the following in your Leader’s Manual—check out these resources for more ideas.
Antagonists in the Church shares practical guidelines and strategies to recognize the signs of an antagonist, respond to their attacks, and prevent antagonism from happening. Using this resource is a good way to support and care for your congregation’s leadership.
The Antagonists in the Church Study Guide turns the book into a course for leadership teams and other congregation groups. It includes a range of questions for each chapter, helping participants apply the strategies and concepts to their unique situation.
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Stephen Ministries is a not-for-profit Christian education organization founded in 1975 that produces training and resources known for their excellence, practicality, psychological integrity, and theological depth. These resources cover topics such as caring ministry, assertive relating, spiritual gifts discovery, grief support, spiritual growth, and more.
Congregations and other organizations use these resources to strengthen and expand ministry. Individuals use them to improve their ability to relate to and care for others, grow in faith, and journey through life crises. Our 30-person staff is based in St. Louis, Missouri.
