Basic Information

There are times when each of us needs the care of another person, a Christian friend, a Stephen Minister. Some examples of these needs include hospitalization, illness, death of a loved one, job crisis, disabilities, divorce, spiritual crises, the challenges of aging, and many more.

If you are interested in receiving help from the Stephen Ministry, please fill out the Online Support Form and be sure to choose the Stephen Ministry option. You can also call Nancy Page the referrals coordinator at 770-983-7610. There are Stephen Ministry cards available at the church which you can fill out and drop in the offering plate during Sunday worship or mail to the church. We also have some literature to help you or a loved one. These cards are located in the Welcome Center on the Care Board. The pamphlets cover a variety of topics from dealing with health issues to coping with death. Feel free to pick one up next time you are at First Baptist Church.

Next Training Group
Starts Saturday, January 10th
9:30am - 2:00pm
In the parlor, lunch provided.
Topic: Getting to Know Your Class, The Person of the Caregiver

Following Classes: Tuesday Evenings
6:45-9:00pm
In the Winsome Classroom

Jan. 13      The Art of Listening
Jan. 20      Distinctively Christian Caring - Part 1
Jan. 27      Distinctively Christian Caring - Part 2
Feb. 3        Processes vs. Results in Caregiving
Feb. 10      Assertiveness: Relating Gently and Firmly - Part 1
Feb. 17      Assertiveness: Relating Gently and Firmly - Part 2
Feb. 24      Maintaining Boundaries in Caregiving & Crisis Theory & Practice
March 3     Confidentiality & Telecare (The Next Best Thing to Being There)
March 10   Ministering to Those Experiencing Grief
March 17   Dealing with Depression: The Stephen Minister's Role
March 24   Helping Suicidal Persons Get the Help They Need
March 31   Bringing the Caring Relationship to a Close
April 7         No Class: Holy Week
April 14      Caring for People Before, During, and After Hospitalization
April 21      Supervision: A Key to Quality Christian Care
April 28      How to Make a First Caring Visit
May 5         Follow Me
May 12       Make-up Day