Stephen Ministry

Stephen Minister Training Upcoming

Stephen Ministry is a one to one Christian caring ministry. Individuals are trained to walk alongside someone going through a difficult time. We will be offering Stephen Minister training here at Trinity in the fall.

Please contact Sue Emmack at sueemmack@trinityL.org for an application. Applications are due no later than June 15.

Learn More about Being a Stephen Minister

Discover the Joy of Serving as a Stephen Minister

Have you ever felt called to walk alongside someone facing life’s challenges? Do you have a heart for encouragement, mercy, faith, or sharing your spiritual journey?

Trinity’s Stephen Ministry Program provides a unique opportunity to offer Christ-centered care and support to those in need. Whether you’ve received care from a Stephen Minister or have a passion for helping others, this ministry could be your next step in faith.

What Makes Stephen Ministry Special?

Meaningful Training – Gain the skills and confidence to provide one-on-one Christian care.
Life-Changing Service – Be part of a ministry that transforms lives—yours and those you serve.
Ongoing Support – Receive encouragement and spiritual growth as you serve.

Do You Have These Spiritual Gifts?

  • Encouragement – Inspire, strengthen, and affirm others.
  • Mercy – Show kindness and compassion.
  • Knowing – Deepen your faith and share your insights.
  • Faith – Trust in God’s promises with conviction.

Speak with any of our active Stephen Ministers for more details: Greg Backhus, Carol Burke, Dick Dirmyer, Sue Duckworth, Sue Emmack, Debbie Jamison-Lee, Laurie Jesse, Jon Jesse, Kathy Mattern, Daryl Meyer, Laurie Meyer, Denise Rogers, Chuck Spencer, Judy Spencer, Andrea Thalheimer, Janet Wunderlich, Ken Wunderlich, and Trevis Young.

*Thank you to Chuck Spencer for sharing – Thank you to Kenny Holmes for producing the video

Are you experiencing difficulty in your life-death, injury, job loss, or uncertainty?
If you don’t address it, it just gets worse—grief, isolation, withdrawal, and overwhelm.
Many people, just like you, go through these struggles. You’re not alone.
We have a church team— Stephen Ministers—trained to provide you with one-to-one, Christ-centered care. To meet with you regularly. To listen. To support. Confidentially…

You’re not alone. You’ve got this…

To learn more about Stephen Ministry, don’t hesitate to get in touch with one of the Pastors or Sue Emmack at pastormielke@trinityl.org, pastorvieth@trinityl.org or sueemmack@trinityL.org

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