"For just as the body is one and has many members, and all members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ... As it is, there are many parts, yet one body."
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"For just as the body is one and has many members, and all members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ... As it is, there are many parts, yet one body."
1 Corinthians 12:12-20
to train, encourage, equip, and send future pastors
to faithfully and biblically serve the local church
Why Serve?
God's Word calls the church one body. It is many parts joined together with a single purpose. It's not sameness. It's a shared mission.
In the Gospels, Jesus prayed that His followers would be one. (John 17:21-23) Not uniformity, but complete unity of purpose. That means your purpose was never about chasing your personal mission. It's about joining God's unified mission to love Him and love people.
Our individual gifts and opportunities are not the purpose. They are the way we live it out.
In the Gospels, Jesus prayed that His followers would be one. (John 17:21-23) Not uniformity, but complete unity of purpose. That means your purpose was never about chasing your personal mission. It's about joining God's unified mission to love Him and love people.
Our individual gifts and opportunities are not the purpose. They are the way we live it out.
the service of the many, not the talents of the few
Why Serve?
God's Word calls the church one body. It is many parts joined together with a single purpose. It's not sameness. It's a shared mission.
In the Gospels, Jesus prayed that His followers would be one. (John 17:21-23) Not uniformity, but complete unity of purpose. That means your purpose was never about chasing your personal mission. It's about joining God's unified mission to love Him and love people.
Our individual gifts and opportunities are not the purpose. They are the way we live it out.
In the Gospels, Jesus prayed that His followers would be one. (John 17:21-23) Not uniformity, but complete unity of purpose. That means your purpose was never about chasing your personal mission. It's about joining God's unified mission to love Him and love people.
Our individual gifts and opportunities are not the purpose. They are the way we live it out.
the service of the many, not the talents of the few
The Residency at FBCN is a paid, one-year program designed to equip the next generation of pastors who will continue the Kingdom work of taking the Gospel to the world. Residents will finish the program with a wealth of practical church experience and knowledge, growth in leadership, and ministry connections that will last a lifetime.
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms."
1 Peter 4:10
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms."
1 Peter 4:10
There's a place for you!
Welcome Team
Welcome Team members help make our church a place where people feel comfortable and cared for! When people walk into FBCN, we want them to feel like they are greeted with a smile. Often, Welcome Team members are guests' first impression and first contact to who FBCN is and what ministries are available.
Prayer Team
As followers of Jesus we believe the most important thing we do is pray. Every believer should value the spiritual discipline of prayer. Our prayer ministry emphasizes great devotion and value to prayer.
Coffee Team
Our team serves by creating a warm and welcoming environment where every person can experience the love of Christ through hospitality, community, and good coffee.
There's a place for you!
Welcome Team
Welcome Team members help make our church a place where people feel comfortable and cared for! When people walk into FBCN, we want them to feel like they are greeted with a smile. Often, Welcome Team members are guests' first impression and first contact to who FBCN is and what ministries are available.
Prayer Team
As followers of Jesus we believe the most important thing we do is pray. Every believer should value the spiritual discipline of prayer. Our prayer ministry emphasizes great devotion and value to prayer.
Coffee Team
Our team serves by creating a warm and welcoming environment where every person can experience the love of Christ through hospitality, community, and good coffee.
Worship Team
John 4:23 tells us that God is seeking “true worshippers” who will worship in spirit and in truth. Those who serve on the worship team have the tremendous privilege of using music as a tool to invite the church family to engage in worshiping our God.
Kids Ministry
We value teaching theology to kids because God's glory
commission are not dependent on age or setting. Children’s ministry leaders have the unique opportunity to disciple through consistent presence and relational investment. FBCN Kids Leaders think deeply, shape lives, and lead others.
commission are not dependent on age or setting. Children’s ministry leaders have the unique opportunity to disciple through consistent presence and relational investment. FBCN Kids Leaders think deeply, shape lives, and lead others.
Preschool Ministry
We commit to love, shelter, protect and defend all children in our care. We want to share God's love with our preschoolers by ministering to their needs in a caring and nurturing environment.
Worship Team
John 4:23 tells us that God is seeking “true worshippers” who will worship in spirit and in truth. Those who serve on the worship team have the tremendous privilege of using music as a tool to invite the church family to engage in worshiping our God.
Kids Ministry
We value teaching theology to kids because God's glory commission are not dependent on age or setting. Children’s ministry leaders have the unique opportunity to disciple through consistent presence and relational investment. FBCN Kids Leaders think deeply, shape lives, and lead others.
Preschool Ministry
We commit to love, shelter, protect and defend all children in our care. We want to share God's love with our preschoolers by ministering to their needs in a caring and nurturing environment.
Student Ministry
We want to see every student experience Christ, embrace community, and engage in their calling. 405 Student Ministry Leaders are entrusted with the opportunity to disciple and invest in 6th-12th grade students as they follow Jesus
Media Arts Team
We believe serving in media is not a way to hide in the background, but a way to step into meaningful service within the body of Christ. Our calling is to use cameras, sound, lights, and other creative tools to build up the church and help others encounter Jesus.
Adult Small Groups
Small Groups are where group members can grow in faith, build authentic relationships, and walk through life together. Teachers facilitate Bible-centered teaching, discussion, prayer and accountability. Small Group leaders guide conversation, cultivate community, and care for the people God has entrusted to your group.
Safety/Security Team
Serving on the Church Safety & Security Team is a vital role that ensures a safe and welcoming environment for all who attend worship services and church events. Team members are alert, dependable, and trained to respond with wisdom and grace in any situation—from basic first aid needs to emergency response.
Medical Team
Medical Team Volunteers play a vital role in creating a safe and prepared environment for our congregation. This team consists of trained medical professionals and individuals with first aid/CPR certification who are ready to respond to health-related emergencies during church services, events, and gatherings.
DGroup Leaders
Discipleship Groups are small groups of individuals (3-5
gender specific) focused on following Jesus more closely in a Christ-centered environment rooted in bible reading, prayer, accountability, and scripture memory. Leaders facilitate weekly gatherings, encourage personal spiritual disciplines, and walk alongside group members through the highs and lows of life—pointing them to Christ in every season.
gender specific) focused on following Jesus more closely in a Christ-centered environment rooted in bible reading, prayer, accountability, and scripture memory. Leaders facilitate weekly gatherings, encourage personal spiritual disciplines, and walk alongside group members through the highs and lows of life—pointing them to Christ in every season.
Safety/Security Team
Serving on the Church Safety & Security Team is a vital role that ensures a safe and welcoming environment for all who attend worship services and church events. Team members are alert, dependable, and trained to respond with wisdom and grace in any situation—from basic first aid needs to emergency response.
Medical Team
Medical Team Volunteers play a vital role in creating a safe and prepared environment for our congregation. This team consists of trained medical professionals and individuals with first aid/CPR certification who are ready to respond to health-related emergencies during church services, events, and gatherings.
DGroup Leaders
Discipleship Groups are small groups of individuals (3-5 gender specific) focused on following Jesus more closely in a Christ-centered environment rooted in bible reading, prayer, accountability, and scripture memory. Leaders facilitate weekly gatherings, encourage personal spiritual disciplines, and walk alongside group members through the highs and lows of life—pointing them to Christ in every season.
Men's Ministry
Serving as a Men’s Ministry volunteer means investing in the spiritual growth, fellowship, and discipleship of the men in our church. Volunteers help create welcoming environments where men can connect, grow in Christ, and be equipped to lead in their families, workplaces, and church.
Women's Ministry
Serving as a Women’s Ministry volunteers means encouraging women as they pursue Jesus. At our church we want to cultivate community among women of all ages! Volunteers make events a place where women can come and feel comfortable and encouraged.
Missions Team
Our Missions Team is an opportunity to actively live out the Great Commission by supporting the spread of the gospel locally and globally. This is a meaningful way to be the hands and feet of Jesus—bringing the hope of the gospel to people near and far.
Men's Ministry
Serving as a Men’s Ministry volunteer means investing in the spiritual growth, fellowship, and discipleship of the men in our church. Volunteers help create welcoming environments where men can connect, grow in Christ, and be equipped to lead in their families, workplaces, and church.
Women's Ministry
Serving as a Women’s Ministry volunteers means encouraging women as they pursue Jesus. At our church we want to cultivate community among women of all ages! Volunteers make events a place where women can come and feel comfortable and encouraged.
Missions Team
Our Missions Team is an opportunity to actively live out the Great Commission by supporting the spread of the gospel locally and globally. This is a meaningful way to be the hands and feet of Jesus—bringing the hope of the gospel to people near and far.
Grief Share Volunteer
Serving as a GriefShare volunteer offers the opportunity to walk alongside people who are experiencing deep loss and grief. Volunteers create a safe, compassionate, and Christ-centered environment where participants can process their pain, find support, and encounter hope through God’s Word. Training and support are provided to help you serve with confidence and care.
CR Volunteer
Celebrate Recovery Volunteers walk alongside individuals on their journey toward healing and freedom through Jesus Christ. Volunteers play a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free environment where participants can experience hope, restoration, and accountability. Whether you’re offering a warm smile at the door or leading a group discussion, your presence and service help create the kind of environment where life transformation can happen.
55+ Ministry Volunteer
Senior adults at FBCN strive to echo pastor and author John Piper, who prayed, “O God, don’t let me waste my final years! Don’t let me buy into the American dream of retirement – month after month of leisure and play and hobbies going around collecting seashells. Lord, please have mercy on me. Spare me this curse.” If you have a passion for serving the 55+ and helping them in this mission we would love you to serve with us.
Grief Share Volunteer
Serving as a GriefShare volunteer offers the opportunity to walk alongside people who are experiencing deep loss and grief. Volunteers create a safe, compassionate, and Christ-centered environment where participants can process their pain, find support, and encounter hope through God’s Word. Training and support are provided to help you serve with confidence and care.
CR Volunteer
Celebrate Recovery Volunteers walk alongside individuals on their journey toward healing and freedom through Jesus Christ. Volunteers play a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free environment where participants can experience hope, restoration, and accountability. Whether you’re offering a warm smile at the door or leading a group discussion, your presence and service help create the kind of environment where life transformation can happen.
55+ Ministry Volunteer
Senior adults at FBCN strive to echo pastor and author John Piper, who prayed, “O God, don’t let me waste my final years! Don’t let me buy into the American dream of retirement – month after month of leisure and play and hobbies going around collecting seashells. Lord, please have mercy on me. Spare me this curse.” If you have a passion for serving the 55+ and helping them in this mission we would love you to serve with us.
Ministry Partners
Hope Pregnancy Center
Tri-City Hope Center
Oklahoma Baptists Home for Children
Mission Norman
Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief
Newcastle Public School Volunteers
CarePortal
Ministry Partners
Hope Pregnancy Center
Tri-City Hope Center
OK Baptists Home for Children
Mission Norman
Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief
Newcastle Public School Volunteers
CarePortal
AS A RESIDENT, YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
Build on Knowledge through Firsthand Experience
You will have the opportunity to finish your bachelor's degree or pursue your seminary degree while simultaneously gaining firsthand experience working in a local church.
Learn through Ministry Concentrations
You can exercise the gifts God has given you to serve the church, all under the supervision and mentorship of experienced pastors.
Apply for Additional Training
After completion of the first year, residents will have the opportunity to apply for a second year.
Compensation
The Residency is a paid, one-year program. Each resident will receive compensation of $1,650 per month.
You will be shaped and developed, challenged, encouraged, and prepared for a lifetime of ministry ahead.
"that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work."
2 TIMOTHY 3:17
Introduction to Program
Ministry Introduction / Assignments
Ministry Introduction / Assignments
Core Value 1: We Believe God's Word is the Ultimate Authority
Emphasis + Opportunities for Preaching/Teaching
Emphasis + Opportunities for Preaching/Teaching
Core Value 2: We Believe the Gospel Drives and Unites Us
Emphasis + Opportunities for Evangelism/Global Missions
Emphasis + Opportunities for Evangelism/Global Missions
Core Value 3: We Believe Disciples Make Disciples
Emphasis + Opportunities for Discipleship/Small Groups
Emphasis + Opportunities for Discipleship/Small Groups
Core Value 4: We Believe Every Member Lives Life on Mission
Emphasis + Opportunities for Service/Community Mission
Emphasis + Opportunities for Service/Community Mission
Core Value 5: We Believe God Answers Prayer
Emphasis + Opportunities for Prayer
Emphasis + Opportunities for Prayer
Core Value 6: We Believe God Calls Us to Holiness
Emphasis + Opportunities for Holiness
Emphasis + Opportunities for Holiness
Core Value 7: We Believe Every Member is a Minister
Emphasis + Opportunities for Ministry
Emphasis + Opportunities for Ministry
Core Value 8: We Believe God's Love Binds Us Together
Emphasis + Opportunities for Unity/Connection in Church
Emphasis + Opportunities for Unity/Connection in Church
Core Value 9: We Believe Everything We Have Belongs to God
Emphasis + Opportunities for Stewardship/Giving
Emphasis + Opportunities for Stewardship/Giving
Core Value 10: We Believe God's Glory is the Ultimate Goal
Emphasis + Opportunities for Glorifying God in all the Church
Emphasis + Opportunities for Glorifying God in all the Church
Residency Wrap-Up
Emphasis + Opportunities for Specific Vocation
Emphasis + Opportunities for Specific Vocation