Ministry ActionPlan
GatherRegularly, ShareFrequently, &LiveMissionally.
Welcome to our Ministry Action Plan.
Within these pages, we hope that you don’t merely see statistics, descriptions, and impact reports, but a footprint of intentional ministry across thousands of families.
This Ministry Action Plan illustrates our next steps as a church, as we pursue biblical teaching, authentic community, intentional discipleship and lives lived for the glory of the Lord. We believe the Lord has given your spiritual gifts and strengths for a reason, and that all of them can be used for the Kingdom.
Outlining our present ministries in detail shows you all the ways you can contribute to the Great Commission through WaterStone Church.
NavigatingtheMinistryActionPlan
WhyMAP?
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EACH MINISTRY DESCRIPTION HAS:
Each ministry area has a team lead and Director for you to contact
Match your spiritual gifts with areas of serving.
We’ve outlined some relevant strengths according to each area.
Take a look at our ministry functions and their impact.
Outreach
DebiBoffeliandVeronicaWhite debi@mywaterstonechurch veronica@mywaterstonechurch
400
Administration,Service, Helps,Leadership
In2023:
3,325 volunteers peopleservedatour EasterandChristmas
1,200 peoplefedbyour providedmeals
Organized,Multitasker, Communication,Flexible, People-Oriented,Punctual
300 giftsprovided atChristmas
WaterStoneChurchhostsandparticipatesin severalannualeventseachyear,providing hundredsofserviceopportunitiesforthose lookingtogrowintheirfaith.Thishappens througheventslike:
OpeningDay EasterWeekend FallFestival
FoodTruckMinistryFair LightuptheHolidays ChristmasServices
PrayerMinistry
ReVive is WaterStone Church’s prayer discipleship group for people who want to explore how to grow in their prayer lives Each week, a brief lesson on prayer is offered with intercession following for a wide variety of people groups and issues (global, national and local)
Leaders have shared lesson overviews from a variety of biblically based books including “Prayer” by Tim Keller and “Intercessory Prayer” by Dutch Sheets. These chapter recaps help to encourage new aspects of prayer for application.
This group provides learning and growth opportunities for everyone no matter their prayer skill level, from beginner to prayer warrior. Men and women of all generations are welcome to attend.
Faith,Teaching,Exhortation, Prophecy,Wisdom, Knowledge, Leadership,Discernment, NicoleHackart 407-339-8961
Communication,Creativity, Organized,KeenPlanner People-Oriented, Personable,Influential
WaterStone Production proudly trains and mentors 25 nonprofessional volunteers for all roles needed during Sunday morning services. These roles include all aspects of audio, video and lighting, as well as the planning, optimizing and executing of other technical needs for weekly Sunday services and special events. This ministry oversees a professional-grade live broadcast produced every Sunday, reaching between 200-600 people.
Reliable,Flexible,DetailOriented,Determined, Multitasking, Troubleshooting/Problem Solver
Ministry Action Plan
This ministry reaches approximately
WaterStone Production includes a team of creatives that captures and produces original content
people across five different media platforms with Christcentered content to help people grow in their faith.
Experience includes: Video Editing Graphics Design 4-6K JacobMiller jacob@mywaterstone.church Service,Helps, Leadership,Faith, Administration
Giving,Discernment,Helps, Teaching,Faith
Children’sMinistries
RanaSmith rana@mywaterstone.church
Administration,Wisdom, Mercy,Exhortation, Encouragement, Leadership,Knowledge
WSKIDSSundayMorning
Patient,Flexible, Communication, People-Oriented
Lead:RanaSmithandErinPetitt|erin@mywaterstone.church|rana@mywaterstone.church
WaterStone Kids’ Sunday morning experience provides an environment that helps children to know God’s love More specifically, children learn that only through Jesus can they have redemption of the sin that separates them from God. From nurturing babies to serving up to the 5th grade, WaterStone Kids carefully vets, trains and background-checks its volunteers Once on board, teaching volunteers lead lessons from provided curriculum and oversee classroom management with grace to meet children where they are and share the love of Jesus with each of them WaterStone Kids also partners with parents to collaboratively build a solid faith-foundation for the rest of their children’s lives, empowering them to share Jesus with others
Teaching
Leading Set-up and/or strike
Security
Check-ins
Curriculum Development
624
WSKIDSYouTube VideosProduced
WaterStoneArts
Lead:RiahSmith|riah@mywaterstonechurch
150+
Kids+Volunteers/week
WaterStone Arts empowers K-12 students to discover what they were made for by giving them a safe space for creative God-given expression Since its establishment in 2019, our estimated average impact has been roughly 350 households directly involved with this ministry, with 20+ professional-grade volunteer teachers and more than 480 hours of total class time Through this ministry, children learn how to not only grow in a skill set but also grow personally by layering each lesson with character development and leadership opportunities Classes offered include ballet, rhythmic gymnastics, drumming, worship arts leadership, production (intro to video editing and post-production), art, and guitar
Teaching
Leading Set-up and/or strike
Security
350+
Householdsreached
480+
Estimatedhours ofclasstime
Children’sMinistries
Enrichment|Activities
RanaSmith
rana@mywaterstone.church
Administration,Wisdom, Mercy,Exhortation, Encouragement, Leadership,Knowledge
Patient,Flexible, Communication,PeopleOriented
WSKIDSBibleStudies
Leads:GaryandTatianaGuadron,JessicaTodd|407-339-8961
WaterStone Kids Bible Study group focuses on providing a safe, welcoming space for young children to deepen their relationship with God and with each other Separate Bible Study groups exist for boys and girls, with the same goal: to empower and inspire each child to live out their faith confidently and authentically in all aspects of their lives The girls' study group impacts about 8-10 girls monthly. The boys’ study group impacts approximately 8-12 boys monthly. Through scripture study, open discussions, and fellowship, these Bible Study groups encourage children in their spiritual growth to support one another in their daily walks with Christ
Organizing Supplies and Studies
Hosting
Becoming a WSKIDS leader
TheFillingStation
Leads:LaraandDavidFulwood |407-339-8961
The Filling Station at WaterStone Church takes place on the first Sunday of each month All families with K-5 students and, also, Pre-K children that a parent deems capable can participate At present, The Filling Station reaches an average of 35 regular families, or 125 individuals a month This ministry supports the efforts of entire families to grow in the knowledge of, practice of, and love for God’s Word, through the discipline of scripture memorization. The Filling Station is also an exciting, fun and motivating reason to engage children in the Bible As a community, the common goal is to honor the Word of God through the discipline of memorization, as an act of worship, and the mutual edification of the Body of Christ by serving one another through the encouragement to learn and to live the truth of God’s Word
Supply gathering
Facilitating scripture recitation
Setup/teardown
Point-system keeping
WaterStone
PaulSheltonand
JordanLargaespada paul@mywaterstone.church jordan@mywaterstonechurch
Gatherings
Wednesday Nights Missions Trips Administration,Teaching, Leadership,Exhortation, Wisdom,Mercy,Discernment, Knowledge,Helps
Influential,Flexible, People-Oriented,Active Listener,Communication
In 2024, WSYNG reached:
70 20
200
Students Leaders
Through elements like:
Camp BibleStudies Events
Worship
Young
SpecialEvents&BibleStudies
Lead:JordanLargaespada|jordan@mywaterstone.church
WaterStone Young (WSYNG) places a high value on community. With that said, the ministry demonstrates the importance of building lasting relationships that point back to Christ. It does so by incorporating intentional time for team-building games designed to match each message series’ themes and special-event outings
WaterStone Young (WSYNG) monthly Bible Studies include four groups of 7-20 students each, separated by gender and grade level to tailor a specifically appropriate and relevant message for each group’s unique dynamic Appointed leaders serve as strong spiritual mentors, ready to prayerfully guide the hearts and minds of their students
Hosting Facilitating
WednesdayGathering
Lead:PaulShelton|paul@mywaterstone.church
WaterStone Young (WSYNG) provides a place for students in 6th-12th grades to connect in a healthy, vibrant and growing spiritual community WSYNG doesn’t just empower the next generation to live for Christ This ministry community also connects and uplifts entire family households! Plus, WSYNG offers opportunities for volunteers to grow spiritually as they serve the next generation More than 20 dedicated volunteers serve weekly to make this ministry gathering a success!
Student Leader /Mentor
Check-ins
Tech
Game Planning & Hosting Set-Up and Strike Hospitality/Greeting
SummerCamps&MissionsTrips
Leads:PaulSheltonandVeronicaWhite|paul@mywaterstone.church;veronica@mywaterstone.church
At Student Camp, students dive deep into God’s Word through engaging worship, sound and biblical teaching, and community-building small groups On missions, WSYNG partners with East-West Ministries and local churches within both the United States and internationally Our Ecuador mission trip, alone, documented 112 salvations and 230 reached for the Gospel.
Student Leader Budget Logistics & Scheduling
Fundraising and Training
WaterStoneYoungWorship
Leads:PaulSheltonandJohnAllen|paul@mywaterstone.church|407-339-8961
We're excited to unveil our YNG Worship Team, a dynamic new ministry dedicated to nurturing the musical talents and worshipful hearts of our students In collaboration with Director Paul Shelton and John Allen (Director of Music), we've carefully selected a group of promising young musicians to form the foundation of this vibrant team
Our mission is twofold: to cultivate the next generation of worship leaders and to create a seamless path for them to join our Sunday morning worship team Think of YWT as the training ground for future worship leaders, our junior varsity team, where they’ll receive mentorship and guidance from current Sunday worship team members. Join us in supporting and celebrating these emerging talents as they grow in their musical skills and spiritual journey The WaterStone YNG Worship Team is where worship excellence begins!
FamilyMinistries
Marriage&Parenting|LifeIssues
RanaSmith rana@mywaterstone.church
Administration,Wisdom, Mercy,Exhortation, Encouragement, Leadership,Knowledge
ExpectantMamaMentorMinistry
Lead:BrandiKilborn|407-339-8961
Patience,Flexible, Communication,PeopleOriented
This group serves as a mentorship ministry providing help for experienced moms to first-time, new moms. Mentors help guide women through each stage of early motherhood. While the number of participants in this ministry varies, the ministry expects to support an average of a dozen moms in the next year at present
NewMamasConnect
Lead:RaeliMiller|raeli@mywaterstone.church
WaterStone Church’s New Moms Connect is designed to support first-year mothers by offering a space where they can build relationships with other moms, receive spiritual encouragement and learn practical tips for navigating motherhood. This ministry will emphasize the high calling of motherhood, reminding moms that their role in nurturing and shaping their children aligns with God’s design for family Through biblical teachings, prayer, and fellowship, New Moms Connect will guide mothers to see the eternal impact of their daily efforts
Oh Hey Cafe (Lead: Madison Osborne) Park and Play (Lead: Brandi Kilborn)
Marriage&FamilyGroups
Leads:MarkandJackieBowman|407-339-8961
Based on the best selling book, Love & Respect, these fun and practical teachings will give you a new perspective on male/female relationships These teachings are jam packed with life-changing truths of how men and women think and act differently Join us, it may just save you years of misunderstanding and frustrations in your every day relationships
AddictionSupport
Lead:KevinChow|407-339-8961
WaterStone Church’s Addiction Support ministry provides a Christ-centered community dedicated to sexual purity and recovery from addiction to pornography and habits of sexual immorality As an anonymous ministry, participants are vetted prior to attending Since 2008, hundreds of men have found Christian community, addiction support and freedom through this ministry At present, the group serves men only (approximately 25) and meets every Monday night at 7:30PM to 8:45PM However, future development plans include other aspects of addiction for both men and women
Substance Abuse (Drugs and Alcohol)
Sex and Pornography
Gaming and Gambling
FamilyMinistries
Wellness|Activities
Patient,Flexible, Communication,PeopleOriented RanaSmith rana@mywaterstone.church
VitalityConversations
Administration,Wisdom, Mercy,Exhortation, Encouragement, Leadership,Knowledge
Lead:RanaSmith|rana@mywaterstone.church
Our Vitality Conversations happen monthly, and consist of free talks from professionals in our community about health, wellness, and lifestyle. These resourceful teachings are carefully curated by a variety of professionals, and range from mental health to life coaching
GriefSupport
Lead:FrankiCook|407-339-8961
Our Grief Support group is an in-person gathering that utilizes professional or experienced support group leads to facilitate Biblical and insightful conversation surrounding grief and loss
Recent diagnosis support is also offered supplementally by Brandi Kilborn, for those experiencing a troubling diagnosis of themselves or a loved one
Fitness
Leads:NikkiBlanton,ClairePagan,MeganRhodes,MicheleHayden|407-339-8961
WaterStone Church's Fitness ministry encompasses multiple ministries geared toward creating a healthy body within a healthy, Christ-centered community Stewardship of our bodies matters to the Lord, and with multiple options under the WSC Fitness umbrella, there’s something for everyone!
Feet to Faith Crunch Time Strength Training
Activity-BasedMinistries:FiberArtsandFishOutofWater
Leads:HannahAllenandJeremyBianco|407-339-8961
Fiber Arts includes knitting, crocheting, latch hook, embroidery, and cross-stitch, to name a few Women interested in learning how to crochet or cross-stitch can also learn the ropes of the craft during this time As a newly established ministry, this community has launched with a half-dozen members and is poised to grow and impact many others as new endeavors take off from within the collective creative community.
The Lord brought Fish Out of Water to WaterStone Church for one purpose: to create and foster a faith-based community and fellowship around a fun and familiar hobby Currently, the ministry impacts approximately 70 participants monthly Fish Out of Water is not just a fishing event, but also a ministry that gathers families and friends regularly to grow in the faith and be a light to the surrounding community
Adventure Camp
RanaSmith rana@mywaterstone.church
VeronicaWhite veronica@mywaterstone.church
Administration,Wisdom, Mercy,Exhortation, Encouragement, Leadership,Knowledge
Punctual,Creative,Patient, Flexible,Communication, People-Oriented,DetailOriented
Thelargestfree,faith-based
1.2K 400
Campersannually
Volunteers
WaterStone Church’s Adventure Camp is an experience that inspires imagination, molds character, defines biblical values and creates wonder in the heart of a child Adventure Camp is designed to place children in an environment where they can experience the great adventure of discovering the wonder of God’s love and His great love for them This discovery takes a child through expressive and engaging worship, creative arts, personalized recreation and encouraging community. The Adventure Camp experience defines life for every child who attends. Its intentional design creates moments for children to ask more about the God who loves them and who has a great adventure planned for them.
Grade Leader
Outdoor Facilitator
Store Manager
Donations
Set-up and strike
WaterStone Academy
RaeliMiller raeli@mywaterstone.church
Leadership, Administration,Mercy, Giving,Helps,Teaching, Exhortation
Communication,Reliable, Consistent,Patient,PeopleOriented,Creative,Active Listener,Influential
WaterStone Academy aims to provide a unique, tailored approach to education that allows families to partner with the Academy in their children's academic and spiritual growth
With a hybrid model that combines in-person and home-based learning, WaterStone Academy is designed to offer students a customized biblical education based on their "bend," or God-given traits and talents This involves both core and elective coursework with a strong focus on character development, real-world application, and discipleship
WaterStone Academy upper school pilot currently serves 13 students through on-site programming, which includes small class sizes (15:1 student-teacher ratio) This allows for personalized attention and the cultivation of students’ unique traits
Teaching Leading Finance
Admissions
Tutors
PE Coach
Hospitality and Community Management
Communications and Marketing
Resource Managers and Librarian
Facilities Management
Event Management and Workshops
Career and Life Skills Guest Speakers
Hospitality
LeaDavis lea@mywaterstonechurch
Helps,Exhortation, Administration,Faith,Mercy
CoffeeTeam
Leads:LeaDavis|BillandSilviaSpivey
Our superheroes, the coffee team, show up and serve us faithfully by brewing, setting up, and serving coffee every Sunday.
Weekly prep
Sunday morning brewing
Sunday morning serving
WSARTS Wednesday brewing & serving
Thursday Women's Bible Study brewing & serving
ParkingTeam
Lead:LarryBlumberg
Most commonly seen during special events, our parking team is on the frontlines of our visitor experience, ensuring a safe entry onto our property.
Special Event Parking Direction and Maintenance
InfoDesk/Kiosk
Lead:LeaDavis
Our info desk/kiosk volunteers:
Check-in new guests
Inform others on events
Answer questions and assist visitors
Record information in our databases
Understand our events and media structures, and help others to navigate our resources
Observant,People-Oriented, ActiveListener,Punctual, Outgoing
Greeting
Leads:DougGoldbarthandFrankMorse
Our greeting team - the first faces that people meet at WaterStone - are extremely important to our community and visitors
These greeters open doors, welcome people in, and serve as a host to the local church. If you have a big smile, an inviting personality or love to welcome others, we encourage you to help us make the best first impression by serving as a greeter.
ConnectTeam
Lead:LeaDavis
Our connect team serves as the catalyst for all things WaterStone. Their job is to get people from point “A” to point “B” - and that analogy is just as broad as our Connect Team is! Points “A” and “B” can be:
Remembering new visitors and ensuring they continue in the connection process
Guiding guests toward their next steps
Follow a guest connection/database procedure
Collaborate with team members to ensure maximum outreach
Cooking
Lead:LeaDavis
This team ensures that members of our Stepping Stones new membership course are well fed, also supporting meals for the Lyman Football team, and providing service for WSC special events.
Stepping Stones
Lyman Football
Special Events
Administration
LeaDavis lea@mywaterstonechurch
FacilitiesManagment
Helps,Exhortation, Administration,Faith,Mercy
Facilities volunteers are crucial to the upkeep of the church, as we host various ministries almost every day on campus These volunteers:
Rotate laundry
Help organize and upkeep the kitchen
Facilitate office processes
Water and maintain plants
Organize kiosks and storage spaces
SpecialEventAssetAssistance
We have various annual events such as Light Up the Holidays and Adventure Camp, where volunteers are needed to pack and prepare supplies, promotional items, and decorations These volunteers offer organizational support in putting these items and assets together for the event.
InformationTechnologies
Information Technologies (IT) support consists of equipped individuals able to provide insight and organization toward our network and technological systems, helping our staff execute their jobs well. This includes:
Wifi, printer, and digital device support
Network organization
Supporting staff, specifically Jacob Miller, in helping organize systems
Facilitate livestream plugins like Resi, Teradek, SONY camera operations, etc; This would be on a case-by-case basis
Punctual,Detail-Oriented, Consistent,Reliable, Organized
SundayAssetAssistance
Your WaterStone Journals are hand-folded, your sermon notes hand-cut, and your coffee holders individually stamped. A volunteer has thoughtfully prepared every item you see on a Sunday Sunday asset volunteers:
Fold and organize print material
Help with WSKIDS lesson-supply pulling and organization
Prepare coffee and hospitality supplies
OfficeAdministration
Office administrative assistants volunteer their time by helping support our staff and volunteers through:
Answering phones
Database organization
Supporting staff, specifically Lea Davis, with various tasks on a daily or weekly basis
SafetyTeam
GabeRhodes 407-339-8961
SurveillanceScheduling
Lead:JackieBowman|407-339-8961
Helps,Exhortation, Administration,Faith,Mercy
Organized,Communication, Flexible
WaterStone Church Safety Team members can either volunteer or be recommended to serve They must hold a current active-member status and pass a background check Team members receive schedules based on their availability and preferences The Safety Team oversees the scheduling of a rotation of fully trained and equipped team members to thoroughly check the grounds and church building prior to weekly gatherings for safety concerns. Those concerns could range from items left behind by someone or suspicious activity observed near or inside the building or grounds
The Safety Team partners with a detailed Longwood Police officer, the Longwood Police Department, or 911, as necessary The Safety Team also is responsible for ensuring that the building is locked and secure during events, and if classrooms are used, that they are locked while in use The team also is responsible for identifying and attempting to de-escalate disruptive people during events and to report them to the police should the attempted deescalation not be effective.
The Safety Team impacts the security of more than 400 members and visitors annually
StaffDetailing
Lead:GabeRhodes|407-339-8961
Members of the WaterStone Church Safety Team may be assigned to shadow pastoral staff, staff, or their family members during scheduled events, whether on- or off-site
Generally, the current lead pastor will have a team member shadowing them The intent is to assist in steering potentially disruptive individuals away from the lead pastor or steering the lead pastor away from a potential confrontation Law enforcement may need to be notified depending on the situation
Team members selected for these assignments will generally possess above average de-escalation skills and will be briefed on any known potentially disruptive individuals or situations As a whole, the Safety Team impacts the security of more than a dozen staff families as well as 400 church members and visitors annually
Worship
Ministry
PaulSheltonandRaeliMiller paul@mywaterstonechurch raeli@mywaterstone.church
Administration,Faith, Leadership,Wisdom, Teaching,Mercy
SundayServices
Creative,Detail-Oriented, Innovative-Thinker,TeamOriented,Adaptable, Dependable
WorshipCoordination:RiannaSanchez 407-339-8961|MusicalDirector:JohnAllen407-339-8961
Vocalists
- Lead - Harmonizing
Instrumentalists
- Keyboard
- Bass Guitar
- Electric Guitar
- Acoustic Guitar
- Percussion
- Various Additional Instrumentation
Team Admission Process: Stepping Stones class (If not completed prior)
Follow-Up Step: Submit a video audition
Final Step: A live audition + interview
Songwriters Development Production Licensing
MixedMedia
RiahSmith riah@mywaterstone.church Administration,Knowledge, Leadership,Helps,Faith
Existing since 2017, WaterStone Church’s social media presence has provided relevant content for people to learn more about the Bible, God’s call on their life and the local church community
Additional elements impact the WSC in-person audience of 300+ per week, creating a beautiful and worshipful space for people to step into Every flier, decorative element, and media aspect is carefully crafted and exists to create an environment where people are engaged in, and excited about, the Lord’s movement
Print&Podcasts
RiahSmith,RodneyKilborn,Jacob Miller,andJordanLargaespada
riah@mywaterstonechurch
rodney@mywaterstonechurch
jacob@mywaterstonechurch
jordan@mywaterstonechurch
Administration,Knowledge, Leadership,Helps,Faith
StrategicPlanning, Communication,Creativity, Innovation
WaterStone Podcasts are designed to bring the gospel and WaterStone Church’s message outside of the four walls of the church building. With specific, intentional and Bible-centered podcasts, WSC offers a podcast for nearly every stage of life. These resources provide so much more content substance than mere surface-level takeaways from talking-head convos They go deep and talk about the real problems people face on every level
These include:
FrontSight, InCourage Media, Vitality Conversations Content Planning Production
14.9K
5.8K 149K
FrontSightPodcastStreams In.CourageRadioStreams
YouTubeMediaStreams
26
300+ impact per week from in-person elements
WaterStoneJournal editionsannually
200+
Hoursspentproducing sermonbumpers, highlightvideos,&more
MenandWomen’s Ministries
PastorRodneyKilborn andRanaSmith rodney@mywaterstone.church rana@mywaterstone.church
BibleStudies|Men
Exhortation,Wisdom,Mercy, Knowledge,Teaching,Helps, Administration,Leadership
Influential,Patient, Consistent,Integrity, Communication,Organized
Lead:RodneyKilborn|rodney@mywaterstone.church
Our Men’s Bible Studies are growing rapidly - most commonly seen in the form of FrontSight Study for Men, a 5:30AM gathering of men studying material based on our podcast, FrontSight. There are also men’s studies that gather as Life Groups across Central Florida
Hosting a Life Group Gathering Material
BibleStudies|Women
Lead:RanaSmith|rana@mywaterstone.church
Our Women’s Bible Studies meet on three separate nights and serve more than 100-150 women annually These studies are a cornerstone of our women’s community and create opportunity for connection and theological/spiritual formation. You can serve this ministry by:
Gathering Material for gatherings
Preparing supplies for studies
Serve as a breakout group host
Serve as a teacher/group leader
RELIANCE
Lead:PaulShelton|paul@mywaterstone.church
RELIANCE is WaterStone Church’s unique men’s retreat designed to deepen spiritual connection, sharpen leadership skills and strengthen bonds with fellow believers. Through rugged outdoor experiences and spiritual growth, RELIANCE will guide men in harnessing God’s provision and leading with integrity As a soon-to-launch ministry, RELIANCE has the potential to impact nearly half of the Body of Christ within the church – and beyond as it invites men from the greater tricounty area
ComingSoon
CommunityServiceProjectswiththeDougGoldbarthMen’sGroup
College& YoungAdults
JohnandHannahAllen JordanLargaespadaandRiahSmith
Exhortation,Wisdom,Mercy, Knowledge,Teaching,Helps, Administration,Leadership
People-Oriented,Organized, KeenPlanner,Creative, Flexible
WaterStoneCollege|18-23year-olds
Leads:JordanLargaespadaandRiahSmith|jordan@mywaterstone.church;riah@mywaterstone.church
This new ministry has branched off of our previous ministry known as “The Well,” except now as a smaller and more specialized ministry directed toward college-aged individuals looking for community and connection. This ministry takes a peer-to-peer approach toward genuine friendship and practical spiritual development It follows a 4-week rotation of community events with the Young Adult group, two weeks of Bible Study at a host home, and a final week of oncampus outreach at a local college
WaterStoneYoungAdults|24-29year-olds
Leads:DougandDebbieGoldbarth|407-339-8961
This upper-division of our young adult ministry reaches the young professionals hoping to begin a career, pursue a relationship and look boldly upon their future. Also peer-to-peer led, their 4-week rotation meets separately and follows the outlined college schedule above, with the exception of the last week being career- or relationship-oriented training by our hosts, Doug and Debbie.
LifeGroups
StaffPastor
Exhortation,Wisdom,Mercy, Knowledge,Teaching,Helps, Administration,Leadership
Communication,Influential, People-Oriented,Consistent
407-339-8961
HomeGathering
Lead:MultiplelistedonWSCWebsite |mywaterstone.church
WasterStone Church Life Groups are designed to build spiritual growth among members Each group “does life” together, supporting each other while “loving on” each other's families. Life Groups keep families connected as they grow and learn together through community, service and Bible studies. WSC currently offers dozens of unique life groups for a variety of locations, stages of life and affinities.
Leader/Facilitator
Home Host/Fellowship
Local Missions Coordination
Training
StaffPastor|407-339-8961
Leading a life group is more than a role in a church, it’s a high calling! Having the right gifting and experience plays an important part for any life group leader, but so does the right training WaterStone Church’s new Life Group (LG) Training provides a comprehensive understanding of the leadership standards, unified direction and practical expectations that every life group leader abides by for a quality and consistent life group experience.
The LG Training team educates, edifies and empowers potential life group leaders through a prayerfully curated course, in addition to resourcing leaders in various areas of life group leadership such as curriculum, fellowship, service and more.
Connection/Integrator Lead:KellyWest|407-339-8961
WaterStone Church’s Life Groups form a network of micro-communities within the greater Body of Christ As the Life Groups ministry grows, finding the right group can pose a challenge However, with WSC’s new Life Group (LG) Integration Ministry, finding the right group just got easier! LG Integration serves as a central starting point for new members or for anyone looking to join or change from a life group
With LG Integration, members can learn which groups are available, more about their demographics and history, and are quickly connected to leaders for additional discussion or visitation. Volunteers on this team provide an essential service in helping to plug members into groups quickly, efficiently and easily As a team, LG Integration mobilizes members into deeper community, helping them to find fellowship, support and growth!
StaffPastor
407-339-8961
Faith,Teaching,Exhortation, Prophecy,Wisdom, Knowledge, Leadership,Discernment,
Sick|Lead:FerronBrooks
Whether it’s a known and ongoing chronic illness, a new diagnosis, an unknown ailment or any level of injury, WaterStone Church’s Pastoral Care team provides dedicated deacon oversight to mobilize the greater Body into service to show both practical care and spiritual support. Through a wide variety of ministry efforts, WSC’s Pastoral Care team reminds those with injuries and illnesses that Jesus is with them through the hands and feet of the church.
Elderly|Leads:David Fulwood&KevinChow
A pastoral care team can play a vital role in supporting the elderly in our community by providing compassionate, personalized care that addresses both emotional and spiritual needs. Additionally, the team can facilitate access to resources and services, ensuring that elderly individuals receive the comprehensive care and support they deserve while fostering a sense of community and belonging.
As part of WaterStone Church’s Pastoral Care team, two dedicated deacons oversee the care and mobilization of help for approximately 25 widows, through a variety of practical and spiritual means These widows are at a high risk for isolation, depression and even job loss In addition, many lack local family and friends to act as a support network during the critical time of initial lifestyle adjustment and transition that comes with the loss of a spouse However, with the right volunteer team, WSC can provide the support so many widows need
The WaterStone Church Pastoral Care team also provides deacon oversight to mobilize members of the Body to serve its special needs community This service exists to help special-needs members to find a sense of belonging and care Both staff members and volunteers stand ready to aid children and adults with disabilities, with the ultimate goal of sharing the love and message of Jesus
A pastoral care team supports single parents by offering emotional, spiritual, and practical help, such as counseling, prayer, and resources like childcare and support groups This helps single parents navigate challenges with greater resilience and a sense of community
Our benevolence team uses discernment and generosity to provide financial assistance to those in our community This team oversees the use of finances in helping those who need it, such as providing groceries, medical help, critical payments, and more All benevolence is verified by this team, stewardship, and pastoral staff
Preaching Teaching &
RodneyKilborn
rodney@mywaterstone.church
Faith,Teaching,Exhortation, Prophecy,Wisdom, Knowledge, Leadership,Discernment,
Communication, Influential,Strategic Planner,Creative
SermonCreation
Sunday’smessagecreationprocessisledbyourPastoralStaff, prayerfullyandwithmuchtime.Oursermonsimpacthundreds in-personandonline.
DigitalContent
AfterSunday’sinitialmessagedelivery,thecontentthengets passedtoourdigitalteam,whopreparesitforsocialmedia. Further,thereisateamdedicatedtopodcastwriting.
Weplantobuildateamthatwillsynthesizeourmessagematerial forgroupuse.SoonourLifeGroupscanuseourownmessage materialforteachingwithintheirgatherings.
TheWonderProject
MinistryActionPlanning
PastorRodneyKilborn andAnnaNeri rodney@mywaterstonechurch anna@mywaterstone.church
Building
Administration,Faith, Leadership,Wisdom
Communication, Organization,DeadlineDriven,StrategicPlanner
PastorRodneyKilborn rodney@mywaterstone.church
Administration, Discernment,Giving, Wisdom
StrategicPlanner, Multitasker,Time Management,Strong Budgeter,Resourceful, Stewardship,Project Management
