Stephen Ministry is a distinctively Christian caring ministry in which the pastor and laity work together to provide quality one-to-one care to meet the needs of people experiencing a wide range of life circumstances or crisis. This unique ministry is a loving commitment to care for and support one another in the Body of Christ. Stephen Ministers are congregation members trained to offer high-quality individual Christian care to those within Messiah going through tough times. Confidentiality is the sacred watchword of all Stephen Ministry caring. For any member of Messiah, a listening, caring friend is always available.   For more information about Stephen Ministry or how to become a Stephen Minister contact the church office at 417-881-2192 or messiah@messiahmo.org.