Ministry Apprentice (All Campuses)

Harvest Bible Chapel; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Harvest Bible Chapel in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, is offering an Apprenticeship Program to prepare future pastors and ministry leaders. This role provides practical ministry experience while supporting biblical and theological education, allowing apprentices to grow in faith and skill.

The program features mentorship and requires participation in monthly meetings and cohort classes. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a passion for ministry, and a desire for spiritual growth. The role offers $18.00 per hour for approximately 20 to 22 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Basic ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Teachable self-starter with adequate ministry experience.
• Ability to lead and follow direction effectively.

Responsibilities

• Serve effectively within specific ministry areas.
• Maintain consistent academic progress in classes.
• Participate in cohort classes and seminars.
• Meet with Leadership Development for ongoing feedback.

Skills

Communication skills

Strong doctrinal agreement

Self-starter

Leadership ability

Decision-making capability

Passion for God and Church

Education

High school graduate or GED

Enrollment in post-secondary education

Job description

Summary of Primary Purpose

Harvest desires to prepare pastors and ministry leaders for the work of ministry through the church for the world. The purpose of the Harvest Apprenticeship Program is to give proper ministry exposure and practice while apprentices concurrently mature in faith: Knowledge, Character, and Ministry Skill.

Brief Description

This program takes the Apprentice through practical ministry responsibilities connected to their ministry areas at Harvest Bible Chapel and biblical and theological study to mature in faith and prepare for a lifetime of growth, supporting holistic discipleship.

Scope Of Role

In keeping with the objective of ministry exposure and practice within the Harvest community, the ministry placement will vary depending on the apprentice’s capacity and interests and the church’s needs. We strive to provide ministry opportunities that align well with experience as well as stretch and strengthen an apprentice’s ministry capacity and skills.

Essential Roles & Responsibilities

• Serve effectively and purposefully within the specific ministry area(s). The ministry context will vary from apprentice to apprentice, including a campus focus or ministry focus.
• Maintain consistent academic progress in the accredited classes required.
• Prepare for and participate in the required cohort classes and seminars on theology and ministry.
• Meet regularly, not less than monthly, with Leadership Development for ongoing encouragement in academic, ministry, and spiritual progress.

Ministry Duties/Expectations

• Desire to grow in discipleship, serving, equipping, learning, and leading.
• Personal and growing relationship with Jesus and humility to testify about it.
• Ability to explain what Harvest Bible Chapel believes.
• Ability to pray with other employees, guests, and attendees of the church.
• Be an active, engaged, and accountable participant in the congregational life at Harvest Bible Chapel.

Skills/Knowledge Required

• Basic ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong doctrinal agreement with church leadership on primary level beliefs.
• Has a lifestyle that honors and uplifts the name of Christ.
• Teachable self‑starter with adequate ministry experience to serve HBC well.
• Intermediate ability to lead and strong ability to follow direction.
• Intermediate decision‑making capability based upon church doctrine and policy/procedure.
• Strong love for God, His Church, and His world with a passion to grow in knowledge, character, and skill.

Education And Experience

• High school graduate or completed GED.
• Ability to enroll in a post‑secondary education or bachelor’s level program.
• Volunteer experience in a ministry context preferred.

Salary Information

$18.00 per hour, approximately 20 to 22 hours per week.