Leadership Institute Resident / Fall 2027

Program Features

• 10-month immersive residency designed to prepare future ministry leaders for full-time vocational ministry. 

• Paid stipend to cover living and educational expenses. 

• Full-time ministry experience, including weekday responsibilities and weekend service commitments. 

• Leadership development curriculum featuring orientation, learning labs, discussion groups, and spiritual formation. 

• One-on-one coaching and mentorship from experienced CCV staff and ministry leaders. 

• Individualized learning plan tailored to each resident’s calling, strengths, and growth areas. 

• Hands-on ministry training in a chosen specialty track (e.g., Kids, Students, Sports, Missions, Adult Ministries, Music, Production, Guest Experience). 

• Career coaching to help residents discern and prepare for their next step in ministry. 

• Optional master’s degree pathway through accredited university partners. 

• Community-building opportunities with fellow residents and CCV staff to foster spiritual growth and relational depth. 

Key Responsibilities

• Engage fully in all program components, including classroom instruction, coaching sessions, and ministry assignments. 

• Attend and actively participate in all Residency-sponsored training, learning labs, and development events. 

• Meet regularly with the Leadership Institute Pastor and assigned Staff Trainer for coaching, accountability, and spiritual growth. 

• Receive and implement feedback through monthly evaluations and ongoing mentorship. 

• Lead and develop volunteers by recruiting, training, scheduling, and providing pastoral care within your ministry area. 

• Fulfill all responsibilities of your selected ministry track, including weekend service leadership and midweek planning. 

• Demonstrate initiative by cross-training in other ministry areas and contributing to church-wide events and initiatives. 

• Model Christ-like leadership in all interactions, upholding CCV’s values and mission.