Ward Church is excited to launch the Thrive Pastoral Residency in Fall of 2023. If you know of an individual who is interested in pursuing vocational ministry, please share this opportunity with them. Over the course of 2 years, the Pastoral Resident works alongside the Pastoral Staff to gain strategic leadership experience and skills. The Pastoral Resident will work on large scale ministry and leadership projects as well as daily ministry duties. This program will provide the resident with individualized and customized development opportunities to ensure their preparedness for long-term leadership. Similar to a medical residency, the Thrive Residency focuses on the fine tuning of specialized skills and DNA transfer that promote growth in four areas: character, competency, chemistry, and calling. We believe these 4 growth areas are necessary to thrive as leaders in a 21st century local church context.