If you are sick or in the hospital, preparing for marriage, having financial struggles, grieving the loss of a loved one, having marriage or family problems, feeling depressed, struggling with an addiction or simply going through a difficult time in life, the people of Washington United Methodist Church would like very much to encourage, help and support you in any way possible.

Please call us at 319-653-5446 to let us know how we can help, or e-mail us at office@washingtonumc.com. All phone calls and e-mail will be kept strictly confidential.

Several Stephen Ministers are available to meet with care-receivers on a weekly basis for listening, distinctively Chrisitan care-giving, and prayer. Contact Jean Macenski for a referral. 

Our Stephen Ministers are Linda Collins, Jeffrey Lueck, Julie Kleinmeyer, Lisa Horn, Danielle Stouder, JR Fikuart, Evy Heald, and Sharon Wagner.
 
Our Stephen Leader is Jean Macenski. Our Visitation Minister is also Jean Macenski.
 
Please speak to Pastor Jim Stiles if you are interested in the 50 hours of training to become a Stephen Minister.
  
Bi-monthly supervision meetings occur and are required for all active Stephen Ministers. For further information about Stephen Ministry click here.