Through training and serving, young acolytes develop a disciplined approach to Christian prayer and service, and a deep sense of the importance of liturgy in the life of a Christian. Each candidate must go through a training period of approximately five to eight sessions of one hour each. After completing this initial training, acolytes are assigned to an acolyte team. After the initial training period, and a four to six month term of serving, acolytes go through a second training period to learn additional skills. After the second phase of training, acolytes are fully trained and ready to serve at all positions.
Acolytes serve approximately two times per month.