Counseling & Stephen Ministry
You matter to God and you matter to us
pastoral Counseling
Highlands' pastoral staff is available to meet with anyone who desires pastoral biblical counseling. Our pastors are all equipped in the knowledge of God's Word and would count it a privilege to meet with you. Depending on the topic, we will work to pair you with a pastor who can most effectively minister to you.
Our lay counselors are equipped to advise a brother or sister in Christ to what the Bible reveals to us about life and circumstance. We encourage you to reach out to our Care Ministry by calling the church office at 480-348-9191, or completing the Request Pastoral Counseling form.
We do not provide licensed psychological or psychiatric counsel. If you are seeking counseling outside of your local church, we encourage you to visit the listing at The Biblical Counseling Coalition or contact us for a specific referral for your counseling needs.
stephen ministry
Stephen Ministers provide extended, one-to-one care for those experiencing a difficult time in life such as grief, job loss, relocation, or chronic/terminal illness. These types of burdensome struggles are tough to navigate alone, especially when trying to balance life's everyday needs while sorting through deep emotional pain.
Your Stephen Minister will meet with you as a caring listener, walking alongside you for as long as it takes to stabilize after the crisis. Weekly meetings are held either at church, a neutral location like a coffee shop, or in your home, and last about an hour. Stephen Ministers are lay volunteers who have completed sixty hours of training and receive continuing education on topics related to caring for others' struggles.
To request a connection with a Stephen Minister, call the church office at 480-348-9191 to speak with our Community Care Director or you can fill out our Request Assistance form:
Interested in becoming a Stephen Minister
Do you have a desire to learn more about using your gifts of caring for those who are hurting? Being a compassionate listener in walking alongside someone who is experiencing a life-changing event is a beautiful way to serve your Church family. Stephen Ministers provide extended, one-to-one care for those experiencing a difficult time in life such as grief, job loss, relocation, or chronic/terminal illness. These types of burdensome struggles are tough to navigate alone, especially when trying to balance life's everyday needs while in emotional pain. A Stephen Minister provides Christ-center care for those in a time of trial.
Stephen Minister Interest Meetings
Join us to learn more about becoming a member of the Stephen Ministry team at Highlands Church. We're hosting a choice of two Training Interest Meetings and would love to have you join us for one. These one-hour meetings will include a review of our training materials, training schedule and provide an opportunity for you to pose questions to some of our current Stephen Ministers. Light snacks and beverages provided.
Sunday, October 18th at 12:15pm (Main Office - North Conference Room)
Sunday, November 8th at 12:15pm (Mail Office - North Conference Room)