Membership (commitment to Jesus Christ and to a church family) and Maturity (commitment to spiritual disciplines that will help each of us become more like Jesus Christ) are the foundation for Ministry. A vital, thriving ministry is a result of a vital, thriving relationship with Jesus Christ and with a church community. In Ephesians 4:11-12, Paul writes, "He is the one who gave these gifts to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. Their responsibility is to equip God's people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ." We believe that every member is a minister -- that every person is shaped for a purpose. At Wilderness, we help you discover your SHAPE (spiritual gifts, heart, abilities, personality, and experiences) and then we assist you in plugging into an existing ministry or creating a new one as the Holy Spirit leads. Once you have identified your SHAPE, you can better understand your ministry. Lay ministers are resourced, trained, equipped, and supported throughout the body of Wilderness.

Wilderness Community Church has many lay ministry teams. To find out more about opportunities to serve in lay ministry, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Our current lay ministry teams are listed below with contact information for each team's leader:

Angel Food Ministries -- A food ministry that, once a month, offers the opportunity for anyone to purchase food at a economical rate. Angel Food is quality food offered at a reduced price.  
(Kathy Carranza, 540-423-8336 or Celia Suthard, 540-854-6330)

Counters -- Responsible for collecting and counting the weekly offerings received during Celebration Services.
(Pam Howie, 540-972-5277)

Decorations -- Decorates our facility to enhance our worship experience. 

Extreme Youth -- Provides adult leadership for our ministry to Middle School and Senior High youth in our community.
(Janice Sidle 540-854-6822)

Hearts in Service (H.I.S.) -- HIS is a ministry composed of Extreme Youth who serve in local missions.
(Missie Minter, 540-972-2048 or Judy Whipple, 540-972-3232)

Greeters -- Welcomes those who attend our Celebration Services at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Distributes bulletins and receive offerings during our services.
(Shelva Mason, 540-972-0622)

Hospitality -- Sets up a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our Celebration Services.  Hospitality provides hot coffee and a cold drink for those who serve and those who attend our services. Hospitality also provides assistance for other events presented by the church.

KidZone -- Offers an exciting ministry for our children from kindergarten through fifth grade during our Celebration Service. Service opportunities range from assisting to leading activities associated with KidZone.
(Jim Crossman, 540-582-5924)

Library -- Our library is full of wonderful stories and resources to enhance our Spiritual growth and enjoyment.  The Library requires cataloging of books, preparation for check out and restocking material.
(Pamela Boyette, 540-785-2579).

Media -- The Media provides visual support of our Celebration Services. The Media Team works with EasyWorship to increase the beauty of our services.  They record and project the services.
(Tina Page 540-891-2779).

Music -- Plans, prepares, performs and leads all music in connection with our Celebration Services and other gatherings offered by our church.
(David Hayes, 540-379-3381)

Toddler Nursery -- Our youngest children are served in a loving and nurturing atmosphere during the 10:30 a.m. service.  Toddler Nursery is offered for those from birth to three years old.
(Donna Cooper, 540-972-3121)

Preschool Nursery -- Bible stories, songs and fun activities are designed for children three years old through entering kindergarten. Preschool is offered during our 10:30 a.m. service.
(Donna Cooper, 540-972-3121)                                                                      

Office Assistants -- Assists in various tasks performed in the church office on a weekly basis.
(Lisa Tucker, 540-972-8808)

Peru Mission -- Plans and implements our partnership with The Quechua Church reaching the indigenous people of the Andes of Peru.
(Becky Van Renan, 540-972-9264)

Sound -- Sets up and operates our sound equipment during Celebration Services and special events.
(Norm Ellis, 540-785-8726)

Wilderness Outreach Ministries -- Serves the Fredericksburg region with ministries that reach out to individuals and families that are economically challenged, including serving meals at the Thurman Brisben Center, Thanksgiving Basket distributions, Christmas Angel Tree program, and semi-annual clothing and food distributions.
(Jeff Hancock 540-604-6979).