Residency
Develop Your Calling.
We believe there is nothing more exciting than investing in the next generation of leaders through hands-on ministry experience in a healthy and thriving local church setting. A residency with Generations provides you with tangible, real-world ministry experience, surrounded by seasoned staff and mentors that genuinely want to see you succeed in a ministry career.
Your residency can last between 12-24 months depending on your season of life.
Why Generations?
Generations is a growing multi-generational, multi-site church in Northern Colorado. Our mission is to help one more person find and follow Jesus, and we’re all in on that goal. With over 2,000 people gathering in the seats each Sunday – between our Greeley, Windsor, and online campuses – we focus on giving people the opportunity to encounter Jesus in a life-changing way.
We know that as a young person further exploring your calling in ministry, you want your life to make an impact and to continue to discover the calling that God is giving you for full-time ministry. We are committed to helping you discover and discern more of what God is calling you to. You will become an important part of our team, while also being adopted into our staff family.
Maximize Your Experience.
We’re thrilled to announce a residency partnership with Christ Church of the Valley (CCV) in Phoenix, AZ.
This hybrid program is designed to provide meaningful hands-on ministry experience alongside intentional coaching to develop leaders for maximum impact in the church. Residents will gain knowledge through experience in specialized ministry areas as well as working alongside Generations and CCV staff and ministry coaches. This two-year program is designed to provide discernment to an individual’s calling to serve vocationally in the local church while simultaneously providing coaching to fulfill that calling for a lifetime.
Two churches. Two locations. One unified residency. One life-changing calling.
Work Hard, Play Hard.
Part of being effective in ministry comes from creating a healthy balance between work and rest. Residents will often have Friday’s and Saturday’s off, and with that downtime, living in Colorado has its perks! Within an hour of Generations include locations and activities such as:
• Denver (Sporting Events, Restaurants, Shopping Centers, Aquarium, Zoo)
• Estes Park (Rocky Mountain National Park, hiking, tourist town)
• Boulder (Hiking, Restaurants, Shopping)
• Fort Collins (Historic Downtown, Colorado State University)
Fueled by an active and outdoor lifestyle, Northern Colorado offers some of the best skiing, hiking, sports events, and concerts in the country. We also get about 300 days of sunshine a year, with amazing weather year round.
Areas of Ministry Experience
Residency is available in the following areas
Kids
Kids Ministry
Our Kids team works to deliver an experience that helps kids fall in love with Jesus at an early age. With 300+ kids every Sunday, and massive events including Vacation Bible School, they play a vital role.
Youth
Student Ministry
Generations Youth is a vibrant and growing ministry aimed at reaching 6th-12th graders in the Northern Colorado area. We’re big on empowering the next generation, and the teen years are crucial. Residency here is extremely hands on, with leadership given early and often.
Worship, Production, Creative
Worship & Production
Worship and live experiences are some of the most powerful ways to connect with God, both spiritually and emotionally. Our teams pour everything they have into creating an atmosphere of passionate worship, week in and week out. We strive for excellence and authenticity, on stage and off.
Pastoral & Adults
Adult Ministry
Generations is multigenerational church empowering people of all ages to find their purpose. We’re a big church that feels small thanks to a fierce commitment to one on one relationships. From small groups to discipleship to care, there is opportunity to grow as a pastor here.
More about Generations Residency
This isn’t an online class for you to take just to snag an easy credit. You’ll work full time hours and experience real ministry weight. You won’t sit on the sidelines, you’ll be thrown into opportunities to lead people to authentic relationships with Jesus.
How long is residency?
A residency at Generations will last for 12-24 months, depending on the candidate who applies and their stage of life. Our general preference is for residents is that the longer they are able to stay, the more we are able to help develop them.
Are there educational requirements?
Residents are typically defined as a recent college grads who is called to full-time vocational work in a Church setting. If you don’t fully fit the profile, know we are willing to work with you as best as we can, so please complete the application process or email us with questions.
How many hours will I be working?
The average work week is around 40 hours, which typically includes being at Sunday services and in the office Monday – Thursday. For big events or special projects, extra hours may be required, and staff is usually compensated with “off” days or special all staff events during those times.
Is housing provided?
We provide housing in private homes of key Generations families.
Who will supervise me?
Each resident will be supervised by a staff member and coached in their area of ministry. Along with coaching, they will meet weekly with other staff members for leadership training on how to live and lead healthy spiritually. Our desire is to focus not only on ministry skills, but spiritual wellness and development that will help guide you for a lifetime.
What does an average week look like?
The work week at Generations Church generally runs from Sunday – Thursday, including Sunday morning services in Greeley and at our Windsor Campus on Sunday evenings.
Depending on your area of ministry, you’ll work alongside our staff team throughout the week to plan and carry out the mission and vision of Generations Church. You’ll be included in staff meetings, creative brainstorms, and other developmental gatherings, while also being given space to work creatively on your own ideas and goals within your ministry area.
In addition to ministry work, residents will also have opportunities for leadership growth and development. Weekly 75-minute Residency trainings will focus on a huge spectrum of leadership topics that will develop you post college graduation in the life of the church, and access to mentors will give you a safe space to process through questions and other topics related to life in ministry.
What's the admission process?
Complete the online application below. A staff member will be in contact with you about setting up an interview. We will then consider applicants and respond to you as soon as possible. Our goal is to have final selections made three to six months before residency begins.
Ready to Apply?
Fill out a digital application and we’ll be in touch. If you have any questions, just reach out and our Residency Director will follow up with you.
