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A 9-month immersive experience for men discerning a call to pastoral ministry.
Program Overview
Preparing men to lead, feed, and love God’s people through practical ministry experience
Hands-On Experience
Work alongside experienced pastors in preaching, teaching, pastoral care, and church administration.
Spiritual Formation
Grow in your relationship with Christ through mentoring, required readings, and theological reflection.
Ministry Preparation
Develop practical skills and confirm your calling to pastoral ministry in a supportive environment.
Program Dates
Applications are now open for our upcoming residency programs
2025 Program
August 1, 2025 – May 31, 2026
Apply by May 2025 for consideration in our next cohort. Preview weekend: June 19-21, 2025.
2026 Program
July 31, 2026 – May 30, 2027
Early applications open November 2025. Preview weekends: February 26-28 and November 12-14, 2026.
2027 Program
July 30, 2027 – May 28, 2028
Planning ahead? Preview weekends: February 25-27 and November 11-13, 2027.
Resident Experiences
Hear from those who have completed our program
John Smith
2023 Resident, Now Serving as Campus Pastor
“The GCC Residency Program provided me with hands-on experience that no seminary class could offer. I learned what it truly means to shepherd God’s people while being mentored by experienced pastors who truly cared about my growth.”
David Johnson
2022 Resident, Now Serving in EC Denomination
“This program helped me confirm my calling to pastoral ministry and equipped me with practical skills I use every day. The mentoring relationships I formed continue to support me in my current role as a lead pastor.”
Ready to Explore Your Call to Pastoral Ministry?
Download our information packet or contact us to learn more about how the GCC Pastoral Residency Program can help you prepare for a lifetime of ministry.