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.

St. Thomas More Catholic Church3000 12th Ave., Coralville, IA 52241

319.337.2173

St. Thomas More Parish strives to be a Parish For All Seasons.

We are committed to help all, in whatever season of life, to grow closer to God through alive liturgies, support of family life, strong

religious education, outreach to the inactive and unchurched, and a keen awareness of

social justice.

The Stephen Series logo symbolizes that we all are

broken people and that it is through the cross of Jesus that

we are made whole.

http://www.stephenministries.org/

How can you support Stephen Ministry?

Pray for our Stephen Leaders and Ministersas they provide Christian care to others

Pray for all who are receiving confidential care through Stephen Ministry

Tell Stephen Leaders about those who might benefit from the care of a Stephen Minister – be sure to get that person’s permission first

Receive and accept care from Stephen Ministry when you are in need of supportive Christian care

Enroll in training to become a Stephen Minister

Stephen Ministers Care

Please consider a tax-deductible contribution to St. Thomas More for Stephen Ministry.Parish Office: 319-337-2173

“Children, let us love not in word or speech but in

deed and truth.”

1 John 3:18

Stephen Ministry equips lay people to provide confidential, one-to-

one Christian care to adults (18 and over) in our community* who are

experiencing difficulties in their lives such as –

Loss of a loved one Hospitalization Divorce or separation Loneliness or discouragement Spiritual crisis Unemployment or a job crisis Terminal or chronic illness Caregiver/family member of

someone with terminal/chronic illness

Birth, adoption, miscarriage or infertility

Relocation Recovery after accident or

disaster

A STEPHEN MINISTER IS:

Christ-centered - works and acts as an instrument of God’s love for others

Compassionate – has gifts for caregiving; carefully selected to serve

Skilled - received 50 hours of training in providing emotional and spiritual care

Trustworthy – a Christian friend who listens and respects the care relationship’s confidentiality

Faith-filled - will “be there” for his or her care receiver; meeting faithfully for about an hour each week, for as long as there is a need.

“Even though I walk through the valley of

the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for

you are with me; your rod and your staff

comfort me.”

To request care from a Stephen minister, please call or e-mail: Lee (319.331.5620) ljg1218@hotmail.com or Meliza (319.210.9233) mdwise@mediacombb.net