Training for Context: Why It’s Harder, and Way Better
Next generation leaders will likely need a degree at some point. You do not have to choose between hands-on training and college credit.
How to Filter for Ideal Church Residency or Internship Candidates
Are you worried you don’t have the right candidates for your church residency or ministry internship program? You may need to start filtering for a different type of student. Jesus chose twelve ordinary men, but these men all had certain qualities others lacked. You can look for these same qualities and filter for better candidates … Read more
Stop Competing with the Big Schools with Your Own Residency or Gap Year Program
The Church needs a new generation of leaders trained for the needs of today and tomorrow. Bible schools, Christian universities, and seminaries have long been the go-to destinations for future Christian leaders. But many local churches and ministries have begun reclaiming their unique role in the leadership training process. Traditional schools still provide a helpful … Read more
The Role Accreditation Actually Plays in the Hiring Process
Every young person is told that they will need a degree to go further in life. But not every degree is the same. Some come from big name schools and others from local community colleges. Some schools are accredited and others find their niche outside of the traditional accreditation system. Knowing the role that accreditation … Read more
3 Simple Steps to Start a Ministry Training Program
Ministry is hard. Training other people for ministry can be even harder. In fact, sometimes it can feel impossible. But with the right plan, you can build the right internship, residency, or gap year program for your ministry context. Step 1: Design – The Best Laid Plans Great deeds start with even greater plans. Training … Read more
How to Transition Into an Academic Grade Ministry Training Program, Fast!
You know your ministry needs its own training program, but getting it built feels like it will take forever. You will need a cohesive curriculum, materials, hands-on training opportunities, and a thousand other things, then there’s the question of accreditation. Maybe it will take forever, at your current pace, but it doesn’t have to. There … Read more