Deborah Watkins is a native of Detroit, MI. Deborah learned of Worship Arts Conservatory (WAC) after doing a Google search, as she was looking for a music/dance/praise ministry in Michigan. Deborah enrolled at (WAC) in the Summer 2020 semester in the Worship Leadership program. She initially was not going to enroll as she was scheduled to teach a fitness class. However, due to the pandemic, the fitness class was cancelled. Deborah felt that God cleared her schedule so that she could pursue what He was calling her to do. Also, Deborah hopes to learn how to be a true, biblical worshiper.by enrolling in the Worship Leadership program at WAC.
Deborah is getting hands-on learning on how to be a Worship Leader
Deborah likes that an Apprenticeship is part of the Worship Leadership program; she feels that it is a unique feature. As an Apprentice, Deborah is getting hands-on learning on how to be a Worship Leader. She is mimicking everything that Dr. Jerry Wyrick, President at WAC and Worship Leader at Lakeside Community Church, is doing. Deborah also likes that she is getting practical learning.
Deborah feels that having enrolled at WAC is a major benefit to her spiritual growth
Deborah is not yet sure of her plans after she completes her program at WAC, but she feels that having enrolled at WAC is a major benefit to her spiritual growth. Other than being a student apprentice at WAC, Deborah is a dance/zumba instructor; teaches fitness, cardio and strength training; and is interested in health and nutrition.
Debra, We’re really excited that God has directed you to WAC. It is a great program and we know God will use the training you receive to equip you for all that He has for you to do down the road! Happy to meet you! We will be continuing to pray for you as you take hold of all God has for you as a WAC Apprentice! –Robin