Overbrook Church, through its Stephen Ministry program, provides one-to-one Christian care for hurting people.  The Stephen ministers provide care, relying on God to provide cure.  The care is confidential, with only the care receiver, the Stephen minister, and a Stephen leader aware of the caring relationship.  In some cases, one of the pastors may suggest that a person request a Stephen minister.  The Stephen minister and the care receiver, always the same sex, typically meet for one hour each week.

The ability to listen is the primary qualification for a Stephen minister.  Currently, three Overbrookers are receiving Stephen training.  At the end of the training this spring, each will elect whether to accept a call as a Stephen minister.  Our potential ministers are training with members of Maple Grove Methodist, led by Maple Grove and Overbrook Stephen leaders.

Overbrook's Stephen leaders are Carol Bessey and Judith Sandford.  If you would like to receive Stephen care, or would consider training to serve as a Stephen minister, talk to Carol, Judith, or one of the pastors.