Two Cities Church
Residency
A season of development for a lifetime of ministry.
Apply by January 20
The Residency
Looking for meaningful ministry experience in an environment where you can be discipled and developed? Our 2-year residency provides an open door into serving in the church and a clear roadmap for development that will launch you into lifelong ministry.
RESIDENCY
Details
Ministry is hard. We can help.
Our Investment in You:
- Hands-on ministry and leadership development
- Personal and professional mentorship
- A Master’s Degree in Christian Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (SEBTS), paid for by Two Cities Church
- Life-long friendships with a residency cohort
- Connection to the Summit Collaborative network
- National and international mission trip opportunities
- Opportunities to lead special projects and initiatives
- Key presence on a dynamic church staff team
- A personal MacBook for your studies and work
Our program is
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Theology
Alongside their cohort, residents learn on-site at Two Cities, under the direction of the Pastor of Leadership Development, as they participate in Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. At the end of two years, residents will have earned a Master’s in Christian Ministry while also gaining practical hands-on ministry experience that they can carry with them wherever they go next.
Leadership
Ministry Leads walk alongside residents in their chosen track, developing them as they lead themselves, lead others, lead teams, and lead ministries.
Residents also receive opportunities to grow in leadership as they contribute meaningfully to the ministry and mission of the church.
Community
Residents grow in character as they serve on serving teams, participate in Community Groups, and are paired with lay leaders in the church for one-on-one mentorship. These mentors are people of strong, Christ-shaped character who walk alongside residents as they navigate all things spiritual, personal, and professional.
A Year in the Life
Take a sneak peak at a year in the life of a Two Cities resident.
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RESIDENCY TRACKS
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College
Disciple the next generation.
Take personal risks to reach the lost and build a “conversion community” on the university campus. You will focus on high-level relational ministry, raising up students to be leaders who are ready to “pray, guess, and go” into church planting, ministry, or the mission field upon graduation.
Connections
Helps others take their next steps.
Master the art of “unreasonable hospitality” by ensuring that while the Gospel is offensive, nothing else is. You will manage the first impressions pipeline to move guests from the “street to their seat” while learning that the “why” is always more important than the “what”.
Creative Communications
Tell the story.
Celebrate a Savior rather than selling a product by using strategic media to invite people into shared experiences with Christ. You will learn to advocate for your audience by ensuring clear communication beats clever design, removing obstacles so people can stand in awe of the Creator.
Discipleship & Groups
Foster Community & Spiritual Growth.
Learn to shepherd, steward, and send members through the local church. You will gain hands-on experience in multiplying leaders rather than just groups, learning to lead with patience and “confront with care” to ensure your ministry reproduces a healthy, gospel-centered culture.
International Missions
Mobilize the church for the Great Commission by supporting long-term physical missionary presence among the unreached. You will use short-term trips to strengthen both the church and the goer for the glory of Christ.
Local Missions
Prioritize the “places of greatest lostness” in our city by partnering with local organizations to reach our neighbors. You will learn to love your neighbor by knowing your neighbor and mobilizing the church to leverage their time, talents, and treasures.
Kids
Join a team of disciple-makers, not daycare, to help children meet Jesus and make friends. In this track, you will learn to nurture faith rather than manufacture it, focusing on reaching a child’s heart instead of just their habits. You will gain hands-on experience in a gospel-centered environment that seeks to resource, not replace, parents as they lead their families.
Students
Build a “conversion community” by going to students where they are, rather than waiting for them to come to you. You will learn to have hard, uncomfortable conversations that provide real answers, empowering students to take risks for the Gospel and own their faith today rather than just inheriting it.
Worship and Production
Fuel public worship through a life of private devotion while prioritizing character over talent in every technical and musical detail. You will learn to “serve the room” by managing biblical song selection and undistracted excellence in production, ensuring that every iteration of lighting, sound, and video serves to exalt Christ and call the congregation to respond in faith.
This Could Be You
Wondering if this opportunity is right for you? Don’t just take our word for it! See how two of our residents have been personally and professionally impacted by The Residency.
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What is unique about the Two Cities Residency?
The development experience is a unique combination of theological study and practical ministry application.
Your degree equips you to minister to others and will help you be prepared for future job opportunities.
To grow in leadership, we believe you need the opportunity to lead, so we want to connect you to a team of seasoned ministry leaders who will guide you as you begin to engage in practical ministy.
How will the residency set me up for success in life and ministry?
Once you complete the residency, you will have 2-years of practical work experience from Two Cities Church, your Master of Arts in Christian Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and skills to lead in various environments.
Within the program, we will identify your professional skillset and create a personalized plan to prepare you for the future.
Who is the ideal candidate for the Residency?
The ideal candidate is a follower of Christ who has a calling on their life for full-time vocational ministry.Â
They are eager to get hands-on experience in ministry, and they desire to grow in their love for God and people by diving into further theological study.
How are residencies funded?
The Residency at Two Cities is fully support raised. Each resident will be responsible for raising their own salaries for the two-year program.
Two Cities has partnered with an incredible organization called Reliant that trains, coaches, and manages everything you need to help you with the support raising process.
With the best tools and resources at your disposal, support raising raising will be an excellent training ground for future opportunities in ministry.
What kind of degree will be offered?
By the time the residency is over, you will have completed a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry from SEBTS.
A cohort, you will work with your peers in completing the program under the Pastor of Leadership and Development, Dr. Stephen Lorance.Â
Your master’s degree will equip you for ministry and help you stand out as you for future opportunities.
Will housing be provided?
You will be responsible for your own housing, and Two Cities does not cover any moving costs. If, however, you need helping finding a place, we may be able to make some suggestions.
What does the application process look like and when would I begin?
The application process consists of four stages.
- Connect: Complete the interest form and someone from our team will connect with you over an initial phone call.
- Apply: If the Residency is a good fit for you, then you’ll complete a formal application with Reliant. Early decision dealine by October 31st. Regular decision deadline by February 1st.
- Assess: Those selected to continue the process will undergo a more in-depth professional and personality assessment.
- Interview: After your application is accepted by Reliant, a formal on-sight interview will be scheduled.
- Decision: If an offer is made and accepted, you will go through support-raising training  in March/April and enroll in our Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (SEBTS) degree program.
- Begin: The Cohort begins August 1st.
Will I have a job with Two Cities Church once my residency is over?
Not everyone will have a position at Two Cities Church upon completion of their residency. However, we are dedicated to owning the success of each of our residents, and we work to place residents in ministry roles within our network and denominational connections.Â
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