RESIDENCY APPLICATION


Six-Month Ministry Residency

Residency is an opportunity for practical vocational and ministry training. This experience is designed for those who aspire to grow through applying their leadership ability. Residents will be developed while serving alongside The Life Church staff and team. Selected participants will be placed in a part-time uncompensated Resident position on The Life Church staff with a specific job description. Limited Residency spots are available. The last day to apply for an upcoming Residency term is October 31 for a January start date, and March 31 for a June start date.


Residency Requirements

Currently serving

Currently tithing

Completed Leadership Foundations

Open to high school graduates and above

Must be available for at least eight hours Mon-Thu, 9a-5p plus weekends and events

Must have three letters of recommendation and a resume before beginning the application


Available Resident Ministries

  • AXIS: 6th-12th grade student ministry 

  • CAMPUS SUPPORT: next steps, connections

  • CREATIVE: graphics, video, social media

  • MAINTENANCE: building management, maintenance engineering and systems 

  • FINANCE: tracking and accounting

  • GENERAL CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION:  systems and project coordination

  • IT/SYSTEMS: 

  • KIDS LIFE: 6 weeks - 5th grade children’s ministry
  • MEDIA / LIVE PRODUCTION: audio, lighting, live weekend service production
  • MEMPHIS DREAM CENTER: Read2Lead, family enrichment, foster care
  • PASTORAL CARE: care and support to members of The Life Church
  • SPECIAL EVENTS / HOSPITALITY: environmental design, food service and Press Cafe
  • SYSTEMS / DATA: data management, system support 
  • WORSHIP: Axis and weekend service worship 


Schedule

Begins each January and June

Fulfill at least eight hours a week plus weekends and events

Monthly Resident Leadership Practicum

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