RESIDENCY PROGRAM

Join the Chase Oaks Residency for a transformative part-time (20 hrs.), two-year adventure in vocational ministry. Immerse yourself in real-life experiences, personal development, and unique leadership training designed to prepare you for your future in ministry. Residents will emerge with a clear sense of purpose and equipped with the skills and tools necessary to thrive in ministry. The Chase Oaks Residency is more than a program; it's your launchpad into church leadership!
APPLY FAQ

Residency Cohort Education

  1. Shared Journey: Join a team of residents on a two-year journey and establish a network of connections and friendships for your vocational ministry future.

  2. Following Jesus: Fuel your passion for following Jesus—a cornerstone of Christian life and ministry. Develop a deep and meaningful relationship with Him.

  3. Lead-Self: Focus on leading yourself effectively by understanding your unique God-given purpose. Dive into best practices for emotional, spiritual, and relational health.

  4. Lead-Others: Progress through the program with a focus on servant leadership, unlocking the fullest potential of your God-given gifts to lead others with excellence.

  5. Learning Trips: Residents will travel to different environments for growth and training; including mission trips, conferences, and retreats.

Ministry Area of Focus

  1. Dedicated Ministry Supervision: Each resident is paired with a dedicated ministry supervisor providing coaching and clarity throughout the program.

  2. Hands-On Training: Experience hands-on training for your selected field, aiming to provide meaningful work, define clear victories, and celebrate your successes.

  3. Collaborative Leadership: Learn essential teamwork skills, how to lead volunteers, offer support across ministry areas, and handle conflicts positively.

  4. Healthy Staff Culture: Residents will experience our healthy staff environment and be equipped to create and lead healthy ministry teams and staff.

HOW TO APPLY

  1. Fill out our residency interest form below.
  2. Apply our formal job application form here.

TESTIMONIALS

Cam Hammond

My experience as a resident was great. I was able to learn and grow in a lot of different areas as well as meet and get to know people from different races and cultures. I recommend this ministry position to anyone who has never done ministry before and is interested in ministry or joining a church’s staff.



Kaitlin Roach

I came into this program with zero expectations and very little confidence in myself as a ministry leader, and never would’ve applied for it if leaders hadn’t given that little push to try something that hadn’t been in my original plan. That’s the attitude of Chase Oaks staff—pushing you to try new things, to be a better version of yourself, and to live the life that God has called for you. Two years later, I am happier, more confident, and living out a mission that I was able to discover through this program.

Ashlyn Stanley

The residency at Chase Oaks was the perfect next step for me in my desire to be in full-time ministry. I learned how to receive and give feedback. The program also helped me find my voice in ministry and I got to step into applying my God-given gifts on a weekly basis. I was challenged but never set up for failure. The residency gave me the ability to be in ministry while having multiple helping hands guiding me in my journey of exploring vocational ministry. I can confidently say the residency prepared me for the job I have now, and I’m so grateful for Chase Oaks and their leadership.

Joanna Williams

For me the residency wasn’t “easy.” It was a challenging time where God continued to show me that he didn’t “need” me in ministry but he desires to use me in ministry. During my Chase Oaks Residency I not only was able to grow professionally, but personally. I was surrounded by so many people who challenged, encouraged, and supported me through all of my successes, trials, and failures. I also believe he prepared me to step into full-time ministry, something I don’t think I would’ve done if it wasn’t for the residency.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If you have more questions, please contact Jeff Jones at [email protected].

Chase Oaks is looking for adults (college graduates or equivalent) who are motivated by a strong vocational call to serve the Church. Residency candidates should demonstrate excellent character, drive, and eagerness to serve and be developed as ministry leaders.

There are a number of ministry areas across our campuses where residents can focus and be developed, including Local Outreach, Groups, Young Professionals, College, Students, Kids, Care, Communications, and our Spanish- and Mandarin-speaking campuses.

No. However, Chase Oaks has arranged for apartments near our main campus to offer reduced rent for residents.

Yes, this is a part-time (20 hours) job, so having other part-time jobs are fine as long as you are able to meet the requirement for the residency job.

Our residents begin their 2-year residency at the beginning of August 2024 and it ends on July 2026.