Get Involved at Saint Stephen’s

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At Saint Stephen’s, we want you to feel like you belong. There are a variety of ways for you to share your gifts with our church and our local community, and we are here to help you get connected.

If you are interested in learning more about any of the offerings below, please contact Kathleen Franklin, our Parish Life Coordinator.

Fellowship Groups

There’s something special about coming together as a whole church family! Throughout the year, we host parish-wide events that are full of fun, connection, and meaningful moments. Whether it’s a picnic, a concert, or a seasonal celebration, these gatherings are a chance to laugh, share, and simply enjoy being together. Everyone’s invited—come be part of the joy of Saint Stephen’s!

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Serve our Parishioners

Saint Stephen’s is a place that values the importance of showing up. We encourage parishioners to care for one another and offer ways to do so in a variety of ways. Our staff and clergy are always available to walk alongside you through joyful times and during times of hardship and pain.

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Serve our Community

Volunteer with one of our many outreach initiatives that serve our local community and parish partners. If you’re interested in serving on the Outreach Committee, a committed group of volunteers who have a pulse on where our efforts make the greatest difference, we’d love to have you attend our meetings on the second Tuesday of the month. Contact the Rev. Sally Herring for more information.

Annual Retreats

Visit our retreats page to learn more about what we offer at Saint Stephen’s for connection and fellowship.

Save the dates for 2026 - 2027!

  • Sept 6-8: Parish Retreat

  • Jan 29-31: Women’s Weekend

  • March 12-13: Men’s Weekend

If you’d like to help plan a retreat, need help navigating registration, or have a question about an upcoming event, please contact Kathleen Franklin, Parish Life Coordinator.

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Events at Saint Stephen’s

We host several parish-wide events throughout the year at Saint Stephen’s. We view these events as a way to deepen both spiritual relationships and personal connections within our parish. Keep an eye on our event calendar for upcoming major events and read our newsletter to find ways to get plugged in and support the needs of those coordinating them. If you have a gift of hospitality and would like to know how you can use that gift at our parish, we would love to help you get involved.

The Threshold Center

The Threshold Center is an extension of what we value at Saint Stephen’s and serves as a place of spiritual growth and support for our community in and around us.

The Threshold Center offers multiple weekday and weekend events at various times so anyone can participate in the wisdom of our community. For more information contact Babs Knowles or find it here.

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