Absolutely. Many residents come into the program to better discern their calling. Some even realize that God is calling them to something else as part of the experience. One way or another, the journey is designed to give you greater clarity about what is next for you.

Unless you are exploring a call into vocational ministry, the Residency is probably not for you. That said, we have many other amazing discipleship opportunities at the church to help you grow in your relationship with Christ!

Residents are expected to work on-campus at Providence. While you may occasionally get to do some work at home, you should expect to spend most of your time at the church.

Your weekly schedule depends on which department you work in. Some roles do not require Sunday morning responsibilities, but others do. You will be able to learn more about the expectations of your role during the interview process.

If you are not already a member of the church, you will be expected to join Providence, adhere to the membership covenant, and play a role in the life of the congregation.

You are not required to have any theological education in order to become a resident. Some residents join while working toward seminary while others are still considering their next educational steps. Theological training is also a key component of the Residency experience.

Serving as a resident at Providence does not guarantee an ongoing role on the church staff. While we have hired some residents in the past for new roles, the vast majority move on to other things. You should expect this to be a nine-month employment that terminates at the conclusion of the program.

Yes, expect to do a lot of reading as a resident! However, you will be able to do most of this while in the office.