Thank you for your interest in the Fairhaven Church Training Program!
- Seasonal Internship: Apply here
- One-Year Residency: This track allows individuals to focus on a specific ministry area based on their calling, offering practical ministry experience and leadership training. Each resident will be paired with a ministry coach for professional development and a mentor for spiritual guidance. Residents will work 20-25 hours per week, with goals including practical ministry exposure, leadership development, and navigating the support-raising process.
- Two-Year Fellowship: Designed for those called specifically to pastoral ministry, church planting, or missions, this track involves a 25-30 hour weekly commitment. Fellows will have the opportunity to raise support, earn a master’s degree, complete ordination requirements, and gain extensive practical ministry experience under the guidance of seasoned coaches and mentors.
In this application, you will go through a series of phases:
- Phase 1 - Apply (10-15 minutes questionnaire to collect more detailed employment information)
- Click 'Apply to Position' above!
- Phase 2 - Ministry Assessment (~60-minute questionnaire covering topics related to being a ministry worker)
- Once your application has been reviewed and approved, you will be sent an email with a link to complete your Ministry Assessment.
- Phase 3 - Local Assessment
- The local supervisor(s) for this position will review your application, potentially reaching out to conduct an interview.
Upon provisional acceptance, you will register for support-raising training run by Reliant to start your support-based ministry journey.