Friendswood United Methodist Church
Thursday, September 09, 2010
Belong... Believe... Become


Friendswood UMC Stephen Ministry provides Christ-centered, confidential, one-on-one care to hurting people both in our congregation and in our community.
 

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Associate Pastor - Congregational Care
281.482.7535 x116
 
Janet Crockett
Stephen Ministry Team Leader
281.482.1179

A Stephen Minister is
someone who walks beside you when...

  • the divorce papers have been served and the bottom falls out of your life
  • the last child honks the horn and drives away - and the house suddenly seems incredibly empty
  • you've just lost a friend or loved one and the emotions you've held at bay come crashing in on you.
  • the relationship has ended but the wounds are still bleeding and painful.
  • the doctors have said, "There's nothing more we can do."
  • the phone call you dreaded most, happened.
  • you realized the hands on the gold watch you received at your retirement party move more slowly than you ever imagined.
  • the nursing home director shakes your hand and says, "Welcome to your new home."
  • the gavel goes down, the handcuffs go on, and your loved one is led away.
  • the baby has arrived, putting more demands on you than you ever dreamed possible.
  • you find the pink slip inserted with what is now your final pay check.
  • your family and friends have heard your story one too many times, but you still need to talk about it.
  • your loved one cannot remember who you are.