A Stephen Minister..
- Is a Christian who walks beside someone who is hurting.
- Is a WACC member who is carefully selected to serve in this role because of his or her caring gifts.
- Completes 50 hours of training in providing high-quality, distinctively Christian care.
- Listens, cares, prays, supports and encourages.
- Meets faithfully each week with his or her care receiver for as long as there's a need.
Stephen Minister Training
Stephen Ministry Leaders are trained leaders in our congregation who support and direct our Stephen Ministry. WACC offers Stephen Minister training during the spring semester. An application and interview are required from each applicant. The training will consist of 50 hours and usually consists of two six-hour Saturday sessions, as well as evening sessions that meet for three hours every Monday until training is completed.
