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Residency Development Program

Build a Leadership Pipeline That Multiplies Ministry

Develop Future Leaders from Within — Download our proven framework to launch a ministry residency program tailored to your church.

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Why Leadership Residencies Matter

Every Church Can Be a Leadership-Developing Church

Churches thrive when they intentionally develop leaders—not just for today, but for tomorrow. A healthy residency program raises up the next generation of pastors, church planters, and ministry leaders from within your congregation. Whether you’re a small church or a multisite ministry, this process works.

With the right structure, guidance, and spirit-led commitment, your church can multiply its impact through trained leaders.

What's in the Be The Church Residency Plan?

A Residency Guide—Ready for You to Use

We’ve created a practical, customizable PDF resource to help your church start or refine a residency program. You’ll find:

  • A strategic guide outlining the essential components for launching a church residency.
  • Frameworks for program structure, including sample weekly rhythms and suggested durations.
  • Guidance and tools to align your residency with your church’s core values.
  • A model designed to foster spiritual growth, theological depth, and practical ministry leadership in residents.
  • Comprehensive insights on mentorship, capstone projects, and vital communication and feedback rhythms.
  • Key considerations for application and selection, financial planning, and essential legal or HR reminders.
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Built for Churches of All Sizes

Customizable, Scalable, and Rooted in Biblical Leadership

Whether you’re discipling one young leader or launching a full cohort of residents, this guide meets you where you are. It’s designed for flexibility—use it as a foundation and tailor it to your staffing, culture, and leadership goals.

And you’re never on your own—our team is available to provide coaching and walk alongside you.

  • Customizable Design
  • Biblically Grounded
  • Coaching Available
  • Fits Any Church Context

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We’re Here to Help You Succeed

Some churches use the Residency Guide as a do-it-yourself resource. Others reach out for help. If you want personalized input, our team is available to:

  • Review your program plan
  • Help define clear learning outcomes
  • Train your on-site residency leader
  • Provide coaching for resident mentors
  • Offer spiritual leadership development tools
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Start Developing Leaders Today

Download the Guide. Launch with Confidence.

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Stories of Impact

“Our residency program has been a gratifying opportunity, a true privilege to invest deeply in the next generation of leaders. There's nothing quite like watching them grow, flourish, and step into their calling, knowing we're equipping them for significant Kingdom impact.”

Carolyn NorkusLeadership Development Director

“My experience as an intern was second to none. I not only grew in my ministry skills, but also in my walk with Christ. Through intentional mentorship within a healthy work culture, my faith was encouraged, sharpened, and held accountable to biblical standards. I learned to prioritize my relationship with Jesus while serving in ministry — which is one of the most challenging things to do. I also learned to connect the 14 inches between my head and my heart. Training for ministry while training for righteousness. I grew not only in my ministry skills but also in my passion for it, thanks to leadership development classes, feedback, and sharpening from the best ministry leaders I know.”

Drew WindschFormer Residency Student

“Working with our interns has been a joy. Their curiosity and eagerness to grow is contagious, and it's a gift to pour into them—helping them gain practical experience and confidence in their calling. Watching their passion for biblical counseling deepen fills me with excitement for how God will use them in the lives of others.”

Rebecca Weaver, MentorCounseling Mentor, Chapel Pointe Church