Workers are volunteers that serve as readers, ushers, soloists, or musicians, or as Sunday School teachers in juvenile facilities. Workers are, whenever possible, under the direction of the chaplains they are assisting. They do not conduct one-to-one interviews but refer individuals to the chaplain. Workers must be members of The Mother Church and a branch church or society.

QUESTIONS ABOUT WORKERS

Do you have to be a Journal- listed practitioner in order to become a worker?

No! While it is an advantage to be Journal-listed, many qualified volunteers have full time jobs that preclude Journal listing. What is required is spiritual maturity, commitment, love for the work and a demonstrated ability to perform the different roles that s/he is appointed to do.

Is the worker’s job ever dangerous?

Before being allowed to minister inside institutions, Workers receive training that helps avoid dangerous situations A good practical knowledge of the safety procedures of the institution that s/he serves, and a careful metaphysical preparation, are very important requirements.

How can I become a worker?

Contact your local institutional work committee. Your branch church clerk should have a schedule of meetings. There is an application form that you can download for your perusal.