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.
Key Competencies
Relational Intelligence: Builds trust, communicates effectively, and fosters unity across diverse teams and individuals.
Spiritual Maturity: Demonstrates a growing relationship with Jesus, rooted in Scripture, prayer, and community.
Leadership Potential: Takes initiative, inspires others, and leads with humility and vision.
Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic ministry environment and responds with grace to shifting priorities.
Teachability: Open to feedback, eager to learn, and committed to personal and professional growth.
Ministry Mindset: Passionate about serving the local church and reaching people far from God.
Qualifications
Age 18 (1 year post high school)-29 with a clear sense of calling to full-time ministry.
Prior volunteer or professional experience in a church or ministry setting preferred.
Demonstrated alignment with CCV’s mission, values, and theological convictions.
Willingness to become a participating member of CCV, including regular worship attendance, tithing, and involvement in a neighborhood group.
Worship residents must be able to lead vocally and instrumentally.
Character & Chemistry
A passion for reaching the lost
Personal integrity in all areas of life
Must be, or willing to become a participating member of CCV
Consistently attends worship services with their family
Is an active participant in a neighborhood group and is a consistent tither.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No