About this role
September 2027 – August 2028
The Ministry Residency Program is a 12-month leadership development initiative. It is designed for those who have completed their college studies, or equivalency, and already have a sense of the calling/career path they want to pursue. The program is designed to be a bridge from college or secular career to ministry, giving residents invaluable ministry experience that will better prepare them for more permanent roles within the church.
Within a specific area of ministry, residents will be given responsibilities comparable to that of a director. In addition, residents receive weekly leadership development training, ministry coaching, complete quarterly studies and lead ministry activities.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Cultivate a close daily walk and relationship with Christ
- Participate and learn to develop and lead teams
- Assist in the planning and execution of Community Events
- Prep, teach, and manage follow up processes for Explore and Discover Classes
- Onboard, manage and train volunteers
- Learn budget and planning process
- Manage Connection requests
- Assist in planning, teaching, and coordinating Grace Studies
- Assist with weddings or funerals should they arise
- Oversight to campus prayer team
- Assist with any critical response situations (counseling, grief & loss, benevolence)
- Manage host rotation for weekend services
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Qualifications
Required skills/Experience:
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
- Experience and passion for church and the community
- Motivated to learn and lead
- Great relational skills: full of faith, friendly, calm, and professional
- Exhibit a heart of passion, humility, and integrity
Expectations :
- Accept and support the Grace Church Vision and Values
- Exhibit a servants heart and willingness to get the job done well and on time
- Ensure good stewardship of ministry funds and resources
- Act as a positive representative of Grace Church at all times
- Maintain complete confidentiality with all sensitive pieces of information
- Communicate and present information to others in a clear, complete and concise way
- Have a good sense of humor and ability to have fun while working hard as part of a team
- Anticipate needs by understanding the expectations, previous history, and potential outcomes
- Exhibit a heart of passion, humility, integrity
- Maintain a positive attitude while being mission-driven
Work Schedule:
- Monday - Thursday; Weekend Services and Special Events