CHURCH RESIDENCY
The Immanuel Residency Program is a full-time, staff position with the Immanuel Network that combines theological education and relational ministry work.
THE PROGRAM
Residents are an integral part of our team at Immanuel. Our residents lead teams, shoulder responsibility, and help carry the spiritual weight of ministry.
Here are some highlights of our program:
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Hands-on experience
- An exciting environment
- Earn a master’s degree for free
FAQ
The program is three years long. During years two and three, residents have the opportunity to pursue a Master’s Degree.
Yes, a residency is a competitive, full-time position with benefits.
Yes, an undergraduate degree is required. However, we have an internship available for college students.
Impact is our summer internship for college students, and it’s an excellent step to help you confirm or determine a call to ministry.
Yes! In fact, we offer residents an opportunity to earn their Master’s Degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary for free during the final two years of their residency.
If you’re a college graduate who is called to ministry and want to gain real hands-on ministry experience in a dynamic multi-site church, then yes, this is for you!
EARN YOUR MASTER'S DEGREE
EARN YOUR MASTER'S DEGREE
Immanuel Baptist Church has partnered with the Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary to offer residents an opportunity to earn their Master’s Degree for free during the final two years of their residency.
APPLY NOW
You can apply for the Residency Program at any time. Interviews are conducted in October, and accepted applicants join our staff at the beginning of January.
