Ministry Residency Leader — Paid, Year‑Long Program

Southland Christian Church of Lexington, Kentucky

Nicholasville (KY)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Stipend: $1,000 bi-weekly

Job summary

Southland Christian Church in Lexington, Kentucky, invites post-graduate and young adults to join a year-long residency in ministry. Participants gain hands-on learning under a staff field supervisor, with coaching, devotions, and leadership opportunities.

Residents are paid a $1,000 bi-weekly stipend as a 1099 employee. The program emphasizes training, collaboration, and planning next steps toward ministry roles after residency.

Qualifications

  • Post-graduate or young adult seeking ministry growth.
  • Willingness to learn through classroom and cohort settings.
  • Ability to work under supervision and lead volunteers.

Responsibilities

  • Commit to a year-long program (June–May).
  • Receive training, coaching, and supervision from Southland staff.
  • Lead groups, write devotional materials, and help with events.
  • Attend weekly sessions with residents and staff.
  • Prepare readings and participate in discussions.
  • Plan next steps toward job placement with support.

Skills

Leadership
Public speaking
Teamwork
Mentoring

Job description

Southland Christian Church in Lexington, Kentucky, invites post-graduate and young adults to join a year-long residency in ministry. Participants gain hands-on learning under a staff field supervisor, with coaching, devotions, and leadership opportunities.

Residents are paid a $1,000 bi-weekly stipend as a 1099 employee. The program emphasizes training, collaboration, and planning next steps toward ministry roles after residency.

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