Stephen Ministry is a care ministry at NBCC. If you’re experiencing a difficult time in life, such as grief, divorce, job loss, or chronic illness, we have Stephen Ministers, laypeople trained to provide one-to-one Christian care, available to serve you.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28
Are you experiencing Pandemic Fatigue?
Are you feeling exhausted from all the disruptions to life brought on by the pandemic? Are you or someone you know struggling with challenges like . . .
Isolation and loneliness
Anxiety over health
Grief due to many different kinds of losses
Tension from juggling work, childcare, and schooling
Financial strain or job loss
Uncertainty about the future
Other unexpected life challenges?
If so, you don’t have to face it alone. Our Stephen Ministers are ready to listen, care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support. A Stephen Minister will meet with you privately—by phone, by video chat, or, if safely possible, in person — to offer care and support. It’s free and completely confidential.
Stephen Ministers are laypeople trained to provide one-to-one Christian care to people experiencing a difficult time in life, such as grief, divorce, job loss, or chronic illness. The commitment is once a week for about an hour, with supervision and training meetings twice a month. If you’re interested in becoming a Stephen Minister, please apply here.
For more info, email us at StephenMinistry@nbccbayarea.com.
Other Resources
Are you looking for an ongoing counselor? Although we do not endorse a specific counselor or organization, one resource is Christian Counselors in the Bay Area. You can also ask your primary care physician or check with your in-network insurance company.