Residency

GRACEWAY RESIDENCY

LIVE YOUR CALLING!

The Residency at Graceway is a hands-on leadership development program designed to equip and launch the next generation of church leaders.

This isn’t just an internship, it’s an immersive leadership experience. Residents step into real ministry environments, take on meaningful leadership responsibility, and grow through both practical experience and intentional coaching. You won’t just observe ministry, you’ll lead within it.

Through day-to-day team involvement, focused leadership development, and intentional spiritual formation, our goal is simple: to help you become the leader God has called you to be and to prepare you for a lifetime of impact in the local church.

If you’re ready to grow as a leader, be challenged, and take meaningful steps toward your calling, the Residency is for you.

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Residency Tracks

Pastoral Track: Get a well-rounded foundation in church leadership by gaining experience across multiple ministries, including kids, students, and adults. This track is designed to help you grow as a shepherd, communicator, and leader in the local church.

Creative Arts Track: Use your creativity to help people encounter Jesus. Whether through worship, production, or communications, you’ll develop the skills to create meaningful, engaging experiences that support the life of the church.

Hospitality Track: Create environments where people feel seen, known, and welcomed from the moment they arrive. This track focuses on building teams, crafting first impressions, and shaping a culture of intentional care and connection.

Operations Track: Help make ministry happen behind the scenes. From systems and logistics to planning and execution, this track equips you to build structure and support that allows the church to thrive and grow.

WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE

Hands-On Ministry

You won’t be on the sidelines. Residents step into real roles on a ministry team, taking ownership of meaningful responsibilities and leading within live environments. This is where leadership is practiced, not just observed.

Coaching & Mentorship

Growth doesn’t happen alone. You’ll meet regularly with a leader who is committed to developing you both personally and professionally, offering honest feedback, leadership insight, and encouragement every step of the way.

Leadership Development

Through intentional training environments, you’ll be equipped to lead with clarity and confidence. You’ll grow in decision-making, communication, and team leadership skills that translate into real-world ministry impact.

Spiritual Formation

We prioritize who you’re becoming, not just what you’re doing. Healthy leadership flows from a healthy soul, so you’ll build rhythms that deepen your relationship with Jesus and sustain you for long-term ministry.

Theological Training

Develop a deeper understanding of Scripture so you can lead with clarity, conviction, and confidence in any ministry context.

Team & Church Exposure

Be part of something bigger. You’ll engage in staff environments, experience how a healthy church operates, and gain firsthand exposure to how leaders collaborate across ministries to carry out the mission.

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FREQUESNTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

This program is designed for individuals who feel called to ministry and want to grow in leadership, character, and practical experience in the local church. Many residents are recent graduates or those exploring full-time ministry as their next step.

The Residency is a 2-year leadership development experience. This timeframe allows for meaningful ministry leadership, intentional growth, and the opportunity to take on increasing levels of responsibility over time.

Residents are fully immersed in the life of the church, leading within real ministry environments and carrying meaningful responsibility. You’ll gain hands-on leadership experience, develop practical ministry skills, and grow through coaching in a dynamic, team-based setting.

Yes. You’ll receive consistent coaching and mentorship from experienced leaders who are committed to your growth. This includes intentional development in leadership, spiritual formation, and ministry execution, all designed to help you lead effectively and sustainably.

No. The Residency is a part-time commitment of approximately 20 hours per week. Because of this, residents will typically need to maintain an additional part-time job in addition to the program.

A college degree or equivalent experience is preferred, but the most important factors are a clear calling to ministry, demonstrated capacity to lead, and a willingness to grow.

Graceway Residents will be equipped with the tools they need to lead and grow, including a MacBook and all required books and resources. Residents will also receive a monthly stipend to support general living expenses during the program.

Residents serve throughout the week alongside their ministry team, lead within assigned areas of responsibility, and participate in leadership development environments. Weekends and key ministry events are central to the experience.

The goal of the Residency is to develop and release leaders into long-term ministry. Many residents go on to serve on church staff, step into key leadership roles, or pursue ministry opportunities both locally and beyond.

The application process is designed to discern calling, character, and leadership potential. It typically includes an application, interviews, and additional steps to ensure the right fit for both you and Graceway.