What is Stephen Ministry?
Stephen Ministry is grounded in Jesus’ command for us to love one another. Stephen Ministry is a complete system of training and organizing lay persons for a caring ministry which equips them to provide effective care to those in need -- the hospitalized, the aging, the lonely, depressed, bereaved, and others with life needs or crises.

When do you need a Stephen Minister?
If you are having a hard time dealing with a transition, a loss, divorce, death of a loved one, terminal illness, depression, grief, spiritual needs, or other challenges, please consider having your own Stephen Minister. Having someone to care, to listen, and to share God’s love with you can help you get through the confusion, stress, or loneliness you may be feeling.

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Special Worship Services and Events Connected with Stephen Ministry:

Grief in the Holidays
This annual presentation by Rainbow Hospice deals with misconceptions about grieving and is filled with practical, heart-warming suggestions to make holidays following the death of a loved one more tolerable for the bereaved.

Service of Remembrance
Members and friends of PRCC who have passed during the past year are honored at this worship service held on or around All Saints’ Day.

The Longest Night
Hours of unending darkness can be interminable for those experiencing loss, grief, loneliness, or difficult times. This December 21st worship service offers the heavy-hearted comfort and hope, knowing that even in the darkest hour they are not alone.

Please see the PRCC calendar for specific dates for each year.