Ministry Apprentice / Resident Planted Apprenticeship & Residency/Christian Fellowship Church

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 16,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

High-Level Coaching

Ongoing Education

Hands-on Ministry Experience

Job summary

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is seeking candidates for their Planted Apprenticeship and Residency programs located in Evansville, IN. The Apprenticeship is a one-year, part-time program designed for those exploring their ministry calling, while the Residency is a two-year, full-time program for those needing hands-on experience before entering vocational ministry.

Both programs offer high-level coaching, ongoing education, and opportunities for meaningful, impactful ministry involvement. Successful candidates will engage deeply in their assigned ministry areas and receive mentorship from experienced leaders.

Qualifications

• Ability to engage in ongoing education covering Bible, theology, and ministry.
• Desire to cultivate spiritual resilience and healthy ministry habits.
• Interest in receiving coaching and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Participate in hands-on ministry experience through the Apprenticeship and Residency.
• Engage in relevant projects or events within specific ministry areas.
• Receive dedicated one-on-one coaching from experienced ministry leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Theological knowledge

Education

Bible college or seminary experience

Job description

Christian Fellowship Church: Planted Apprenticeship & Residency - Evansville, IN - https://plantedcfc.com

The future of the local church needs leaders who won’t wilt under pressure.

Ministry is demanding, and the statistics are clear: over 40% of pastors seriously consider walking away. The next generation of church leaders needs more than just theological knowledge; they need resilience, clarity, and hands‑on competence to survive and thrive for a lifetime of discipleship‑focused ministry.

We believe in planting deep roots. Like the trees described in Jeremiah 17:7-8, you need to be planted by the river–strong, stable, and fruitful—even when the inevitable drought hits.

Bible college and seminary provide excellent training, but are often unable to provide students with the hands‑on experience necessary to thrive in life‑long vocational ministry. Planted exists to bridge that gap. Here, you don’t just think about ministry; you do ministry—with coaching and mentoring from seasoned ministry leaders.

Our program is engineered to make sure you’re not one of the 40%:

• Clarity of Calling: Test, confirm, or discover your ministry calling through real‑world, hands‑on experience.
• High‑Level Coaching: Receive dedicated mentorship that pushes your limits to grow your ministry competency.
• Sustainable Ministry: Build the spiritual resilience and healthy habits required for a lifelong kingdom impact.

If you are serious about a lifelong, disciple‑making ministry, Planted is where you put down deep roots and prepare to outlast the difficult seasons of ministry.

The Apprenticeship is a one‑year, part time program for individuals ready to explore their ministry calling or jump into meaningful, high‑impact, hands‑on experience.

Apprentices will:

• Play a Key Role: Focus intensely on one specific ministry area, usually focusing on a major project or event where you will play a pivotal role.
• Receive High‑Level Coaching: Get dedicated, one‑on‑one coaching and mentoring from a seasoned ministry leader in your area of focus.
• Engage in Ongoing Education: Participate in focused education sessions covering a range of topics in Bible, theology, church practice, and ministry calling.
• Partner with Another Apprentice: You will be paired with another apprentice for intentional peer‑to‑peer discipleship and accountability.

The Residency is a two‑year, full time program for individuals who are preparing to enter vocational ministry and need to build hands‑on experience.

Residents will:

• Own a Key Role: Focus intensely on one specific ministry area, usually focused around an ongoing program where you will serve in a leadership role.
• Broadly Engage: Rotate through the areas of ministry outside of your focus area to gain a broader understanding of the church and its ministries.
• Receive High‑Level Coaching: Get dedicated, one‑on‑one coaching and mentoring from a seasoned ministry leader in your area of focus.
• Engage in Ongoing Education: Participate in focused education sessions covering a range of topics in Bible, theology, church practice, and ministry calling.
• Partner with Another Resident: You will be paired with another resident for intentional peer‑to‑peer discipleship and accountability.

To apply, visit plantedcfc.com, and contact [e-mail] with any questions.