stephen ministry


Your presence is worth much, much more than words. Your presence communicates to the other that he or she is valued, precious, beloved.
Your presence brings not only the gift of yourself into the relationship, but also, in and through you, the gift of God.

 -Kenneth Hougk, founder of Stephen Ministry in Don't Sing Songs to a Heavy Heart


Equipping God’s People for Ministry since 1975

what is a stephen minister?

What Is a Stephen Minister?

A person trained to provide one-to-one, Christ-centered care to hurting people.


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.