Personal Help

Stephen Ministry is Here to Help

Everyone goes through difficult and challenging times. No one should have to go through them alone. Talking with an unbiased and trustworthy Christian can make all the difference. Willing and trained individuals from Riverview's Stephen Ministry are available to help men and women eighteen years and older who are going through difficult times. We provide distinctively Christian care to those facing life's challenges. Discussions are confidential and completely free.

Stephen Ministers meet with you on a weekly basis, or as often as necessary, for as long as necessary. They will help you talk through situations and process your thoughts and emotions in a caring, yet unbiased way. These are people you can trust. Stephen Ministers are not pastors. They're not counselors. They're not therapists. They are well-trained and compassionate individuals who want to listen and help.


It’s Easy to Request a Stephen Minister

Click here to request a Stephen Minister for yourself or a friend. 

If you or someone you know could benefit from this kind of one-on-one time, please request a Stephen Minister. They are waiting to help! A Stephen Ministry leader will call you within a day or so to talk and answer any questions you may have.

Common Challenges

Stephen Ministers help in lots of situations.
Here are just a few examples:

  • losing a close relationship
  • going through a spiritual crisis
  • loneliness
  • discerning life direction
  • struggling with pornography
  • struggling with same-sex attraction
  • difficulty at work
  • divorce or separation
  • marriage relationships
  • issues with children/step children
  • elderly parent care
  • terminal illness, either yours or a loved one's
  • disability
  • adjusting after the birth of a first child
  • hospitalization
  • health issues
  • discouragement
  • endless other issues

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