Redeemer Church Residency

A season of development.
A lifetime of ministry.

Earn a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry with hands-on training in partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.

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Redeemer Residency

The Redeemer Church Residency is a two-year, fully immersive program combining theological education with hands-on ministry experience at a growing church in Rocky Mount, NC.

You’ll earn a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (SEBTS) while serving on a real ministry team, raising partial support, and building lifelong relationships with a cohort of peers.

Why Join the Residency?

Earn Your Degree

Complete a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry from SEBTS while in the program.

Real Ministry Experience

Two years of practical leadership under seasoned pastors and staff.

Personalized Growth Plan

We identify your gifts and create a custom development track.

Future Placement Support

We own your success—connecting you to ministry roles in our network.

Support-Raised + Funded

Redeemer has generous partners that fund your education. You raise your salary and living expenses.

Cohort Community

Walk through the journey with peers who become lifelong friends.

Who It's For

The ideal resident is a follower of Christ with a clear calling to full-time vocational ministry. You’re eager for hands-on experience, hungry for theological depth, and ready to grow in leadership and love for God and people.

Aspiring pastors
Future church planters
Ministry Leaders
Seminary students seeking practical experience
Recent graduates discerning their call

What You'll Gain

By graduation, you’ll leave with:

Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (SEBTS)
Two years of paid ministry experience at Redeemer Church
Proven leadership skills in your chosen track
A tailored professional development plan
Placement support within our church network and beyond

Why SEBTS?

Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary offers a blend of confessional clarity and church-centered training. SEBTS is firmly committed to the authority of Scripture and historic Baptist theology, while intentionally forming pastors and ministry leaders for life in the local church and participation in the Great Commission. Students are trained not only to think carefully about doctrine, but to apply it faithfully through preaching, shepherding, and mission—making Southeastern an especially compelling place for those who want their theology formed in service of the church, not detached from it.

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Residency Partners

SEBTS

We are partnering with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary to provide students with theological education in the context of the local church.

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NC Baptist + SEND NC

In partnership with NC Baptist and SEND NC, we are preparing residents for whatever their next ministry step might be, including be sent out to plant a church.

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Reliant

We work will Reliant to provide fundraising training and support for residency students.

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FAQ

Is the Residency paid?

The Residency at Redeemer is partially support-raised and partly funded. Each resident is responsible for raising part of their own salaries for the two-year program. Fundraising will be coached and facilitated by one of our ministry partners.

Do I need a seminary Degree?

You do not need a seminary degree to apply for the Residency. Your time in this program will equip you with two years of ministry experience and your Master of Arts in Christian Ministry from SEBTS.

Can I work a part time Job?

During the Residency, you should be prepared to work in our office alongside our staff during our typical office hours. We are in-office Monday through Thursday to prepare for Sunday gatherings. Sunday is considered a workday for all residency tracks.

Is Housing provided?

You will be responsible for your own housing and moving costs. We are happy to provide suggestions as you look for housing!

What's the weekly time commitment?

Depending on the path that each resident chooses, they should expect to spend regular time in the Redeemer Office, in classes, etc. Residents may choose either full-time or part-time tracks.