Qualifications of Residents for Program:
Expectations of Residents for Program:
Objectives of Residents:
Expectations from FBCN:
- Committed follower of Christ
- Assurance of God's call to pastoral/vocational ministry
- Understands and is pursuing the pastoral qualifications of 1 Timothy 3:1-3 + Titus 1:5-9
- For college students: pursuing a bachelor's degree
- For college graduates: pursuing a master's degree
- Enter the program minimally as a junior in college
- Residents must remain in good academic standing and integrity for the duration of the residency
Expectations of Residents for Program:
- Remain in good academic standing and integrity throughout the pursuit of a bachelor's and/or seminary degree
- Observe all ministry assignments and special events
- 20-hour work week, in addition to serving on Sundays and Wednesday nights
- Be available to assist in other ministries as needed
- Actively participate in all resident development programs
- Willingness to attend kids and student ministry summer church camps/activities
- Attend one ministry conference and participate in an FBCN mission trip
- Full agreement with the beliefs of FBCN and current version of the Baptist Faith & Message
- Adherence to FBCN's Lifestyle Agreement
Objectives of Residents:
- Learn the importance of discipleship through being discipled and mentored by a supervising minister
- Learn evangelism strategies and actively share the Gospel
- Learn practical insight to the different ministries within the church
- Cultivate a servant's heart and use spiritual gifts to help build the local church
- Learn the value of both teamwork and hard work
- Add valuable assistance to the ministry of FBCN
Expectations from FBCN:
- Expose residents to practical training that enhances theological education
- Sermon preparation
- Theological discussions
- Evangelism/Discipleship training
- Pastoral care
- Wedding and Funeral preparation
- Leadership development
- Encourage and help residents grow in their personal walk with the Lord
- Help residents develop a network with other ministers/ministries
- Provide practical opportunities for residents to:
- Understand and develop a church budget
- Attend elder council and deacon's meetings
- Attend personnel and finance team meetings
- Understand annual church planning/calendaring
- Understand and attend member meetings
- Meet with church members to better understand effective ministry from a lay perspective
- Provide opportunities to pursue licensing to ministry
- Upon completion of residency program, provide assistance in pursuing the next place of ministry
Please read FBCN Faith and Character for a more detailed description of our Statement of Faith, Core Values, Church Covenant, and Lifestyle Agreement.
DISCLAIMER
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in the program. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in the program. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
We're thrilled you are interested in the Residency Program at The FBCN! We are excited to connect with you to discuss residency starting soon! Please fill out the form below and we will reach out to you with more information.
For more information visit our website: fbcnewcastle.com/residency
FBCN wants to consider applications from those who show a passion and love for Jesus Christ; possess, by God's grace, a character of integrity; have the desire and potential to be a local church pastor; and affirm FBCN's Statement of Faith, Core Values, Church Covenant, and Lifestyle Agreement. Residents must be able to become members of FBCN during their time here.