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About the Degrees in Strategic Ministry Christian leaders minister in a complex and rapidly changing world. Effective leadership in this context requires a biblically-based philosophy of ministry, skillful analysis of cultural dynamics, the capacity to think and plan strategically, and the ability to lead and equip people to extend the kingdom of God in His world. Both the Bachelor of Strategic Ministry degree and the Master of Strategic Ministry degree involve a partnership between Johnson University and the church that equips students for this kind of effective, strategic Christian leadership. Throughout both programs, residents are mentored by experienced ministry leaders. The bachelor’s degree is a 9-month residency program following 3 years at an undergraduate institution. The master’s degree is a 12-month full-time program.
Both the bachelor’s and master’s degrees include a nine-month residency at one of Real Life Christian Church’s Orlando campuses. Students complete a Leadership Core and can choose a concentration including: church administration, pastoral ministry, communication, youth ministry, children and family, Care Counseling, campus multi-site or worship/production.
Overview of Residency Program
• Johnson University has partnered with Real Life to provide students a 9-month residency experience that prepares them for vocational ministry.
• Real Life will host residents and provide training in specialty fields, such as student ministry, pastoral or worship ministry. (9 credits)
• Additionally, residents gather one full day a week with professors who guide them through a core of ministry leadership courses. (21 credits)
• The program emphasizes hands-on, experiential practical learning.
• The program includes a graduate version in which students complete the 30-credit, 9 month residence with additional work, higher levels of learning, and higher levels of assessment as compared to undergraduate students.
• Graduate students also complete an additional online class the summer prior to the residency and a final reflective class near the end of the residency. Graduate students earn the 34-credit Master of Strategic Ministry within a year. The program also includes an undergraduate version in which residents spend their senior year in residence earning a 30-credit major in Strategic Ministry.
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Why Do A Residency Program With Real Life Church?
Real Life is a catalyst for CHANGED LIVES
We continuously pray that God would use this church and her high capacity leadership to enable lives to be changed for His glory and purpose in local communities and around the world.
Real Life is RELEVANT
One of the fastest growing church in the country according to Outreach Magazine (#34 in rank in 2015) applying leading edge technology to facilitate a dynamic weekend worship experience, (approximately 6,500 in attendance), along with Real Talk TV show and Real Life TV that airs weekly in Central Florida, and Real Life Academy (Grades K-12 with enrollment of over 500) striving to speak God’s message in today’s modern culture.
Real Life is committed to LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Effective leaders create an environment which impacts, influences, empowers and serves…following the same manner and principles by which Jesus led.
About Johnson University Johnson University has helped students explore their passions and pursue their calling since 1893. The University’s threefold educational approach blends Arts & Sciences and Bible & Theology with Professional Study, preparing students for meaningful impact on the world in the name of Christ.
The Johnson University System offers more than 70 associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees across three campuses – Tennessee, Florida, and Online – as well as localized ExtendEd sites across the country.
Johnson University has been recognized as…
• one of the nation’s Top Christian Colleges (Niche)
• one of the Most Financially Fit Colleges (Forbes)
• one of the Least Expensive Colleges to get your degree (USA Today)
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Terminologies 1. Core Classes - Leadership Core Classes taught by Johnson Faculty
a. Resident attend these classes at JU campus 1 day (8 hours) once a month for 4 months for each Core class throughout the 2 semesters (16 credits)
i. Fundamentals of Strategic Leadershipii. Congregational Leadershipiii. Ministry Mobilizationiv. People and Resource Managementv. Program Managementvi. Advanced Strategic Leadershipvii. Bible Lands (Israel Trip)
2. Specialty Core Classes - Specific ministry concentration area such as Pastoral Ministry, Worship/Production, Communication, Youth Ministry, Administration, Children/Family, Leadership. (16 credits)
a. Taught by lecturers and practitioners (MA or Higher) 1-3 days i. Core competency requirements fulfilled through completion of projects
and assignments,ii. Monitored and oversight by mentor to make sure resident is fulfilling
course requirements3. Field Experience - The hands-on practical implementation of the core classes and
specialty areas enabling the fulfillment of projects, assignments and learning done by doing through Real Life’s ministry. (9 credits)
4. Boot Camp - A two week orientation classes facilitated by different staff, lecturers and pastors that help prepare residents to have a successful residency.
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Schedule of Semesters and Curriculum a. Summer Online Classes (grad students only, 3 credits)
• Theology and Dynamics of Strategic Leadershipb. Fall and Spring Core Classes (21 credits)
1. Fundamentals of Strategic Leadership2. Congregational Leadership3. Ministry Mobilization4. People and Resource Management5. Program Management6. Advanced Strategic Leadership7. Bible Lands (Israel Trip)
c. Fall and Spring Specialty Concentration (9 credits)
• Students complete 4.5 credits of field experience each term in a specialty area such as:
○ Pastoral Ministry○ Student Ministry○ Worship and Production○ Children and Family○ Communication○ Church Administration○ Local and Global Outreach○ Multi-site Campus ○ Care Counseling
• Each resident will be assigned to a mentor throughout a program.d. Spring Final Reflective Class (grad students only, 1 credit)
• Contextual Implementation of Strategic Leadership
General Weekly Schedule of Residents
• 40 Hours
• One Day in Class, Core Classes: 8 hrs
• Preparation and Projects for Core Classes: 16 hrs
• Field Experience in Specialty Area: 16 hrs
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General Timetable of School Year and Curriculum
June Grad students take online class, Theology and Dynamics of Strategic Leadership
July
August • Residents arrive the first week of August• Boot Camp (early August)• Classes begin (late August)
September Students take 3 core classes (in class 1 full day a week, projects completed throughout the week)
• Fundamentals of Strategic Leadership• Congregational Leadership• Ministry Mobilization
Students are involved in Field Experience in specialty area (4.5 credits, under mentor in their field). *In September, begin recruiting for the following year.
October
November
December
January Students take 3 core classes (in class 1 full day a week, projects completed throughout the week)
• People and Resource Management• Program Management• Advanced Strategic Leadership
Students take an additional core class, Bible Lands, through online interaction and a trip to Israel with the professor. Students are involved in field experience in specialty area (4.5 credits, under mentor in their field). Grad students also take Contextual Implementation of Strategic Leadership in March/April.
February
March
April
May Graduation ceremony in late April/early May at Johnson U.
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Features
• 90% of your time will be spent working hands-on in your selected area of ministry where the practical applications will take place. You will be doing real projects in real ministries that impact the lives of real people.
• Customize your residency training to maximize your learning and vocational goals.
• Travel to the Holy Lands to study the Life of Christ.
• Real Life’s partnership with Johnson University allows qualified residents to complete their undergraduate degree, or earn a master’s degree, in conjunction with their residency training (Some Residents will be required to complete a few online classes prior to their August start date).
• Train at one of the fastest growing independent Christian church in the country.
• Learn from our multi-site model and range of campus sizes.
• Enjoy weekly access to top leaders in the church. Upon successful completion and placement in ministry, Real Life will be a constant resource you can tap into.
• Receive assistance in ministry placement upon successful completion of the Residency.
• Each resident is professionally supported by Real Life staff. These layers of coaching and mentorship ensure success in all aspects of ministry and spiritual development.
• Make lifelong connections with current and past Real Life Residents. Be part of a tight-knit peer community.
Boot Camp Boot Camp will take place during the first two or three weeks of August before formal classes begin, as residents settle into their host homes and routines. Residents will meet two or three days each week during Boot Camp to address topics like those listed below. Sessions might involve field trips, classroom lectures, case studies, or various other methods to creatively engage the residents and prepare them for a successful residency. Sessions might be led by guest speakers, professors, coaches, mentors, local ministers, or others who could effectively address a particular topic. The Johnson University Program Director and Coach and Mentors will plan Boot Camp.
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Boot Camp Possible Topics
• Getting to Know Each Other
• Getting to Know Your Host Church
• Getting to Know Your City
• Getting to Know Johnson University
• Strategic Ministry Program Orientation
• Library Orientation
• Study Skills
• How to be a Successful Resident
• Moral/Ethical Expectations
• Personal Financial Management
• Safety and Security Training
• Etiquette Training
• Being a Courteous Guest in Your Host Home
• Introduction to Spiritual Formation
• The Leader’s Heart Development
• The Leader as Servant
Frequently Asked Questions How can a Residency Program benefit me?
The Residency Program will provide hands-on training in ten competency areas that cannot be taught effectively in a classroom. Real-world projects with immediate assessment will provide the feedback you need to take into the next level in ministry.
When do Residency begins and how many do you offer?
Residency begins the last week of July (Graduate students), and run through mid-May for approximately 10-12 participants at a time in various ministries.
Application is submitted to Johnson University with an interview process conducted by Real Life Leadership prior to acceptance into the program.
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Frequently Asked Questions (cont.) Where do undergraduate students complete the first three years of the
ExtendEd Residency degree?
Students can complete all but their senior year of the bachelor’s degree program in Strategic Ministry at either Johnson University Tennessee or Florida campus. The senior year will consist of a nine-month residency in the Orlando area.
What type of residencies are available?
• Option 1 - Graduate Residency: Graduate residents work toward a master’s degree in conjunction with Johnson University providing classroom experience and hands-on practical experience with Real Life. A completed bachelor’s degree and acceptance into one of the graduate programs is required.
• Option 2 - Undergraduate Residency: This option is ideal for those entering their fourth year of college. Students continue their education as a Real Life resident during their senior year.
Where will students stay during the nine-month residency program?
Students will stay in host homes recruited by their host church.
How long will it take to complete an ExtendEd Residency degree?
There are two types of residency degrees available, a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree. The type of degree will dictate its length. The bachelor’s is a typical undergraduate degree and will take around four years to complete. The master’s is a graduate level degree and will take eleven months to complete.
Which church will I be assigned to during my residency?
Students can express preferences for their placement, then Johnson, Real Life, and the student work together to find the placement that will provide the best environment for the student.
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Frequently Asked Questions (cont.) What is the cost of tuition for the Residency Program?
• Approximately $16,500 of tuition and fees. Application for financial aid is available through Johnson University.
• Tuition for undergraduate and graduate residencies is paid directly to Johnson University
• Residents must be enrolled with Johnson University and all fees are paid directly to that institution.
What is included?
College tuition and residency fees cover these expenses:
• Travel for Life of Christ course in Israel
• Offsite development days
• Competency trainings
• Housing expenses
Residents are allowed to raise support for fees and living expenses.
What kind of job-seeking is supported?
Assistance with resume preparation, interviewing skills, etiquette training, online portfolio development, references, and ministry contacts are provided. It is our intention for every resident to finish the program with a clear direction and ministry preparation. Real Life supplies an affirmation certificate upon successful completion of the program. This residency program is not designed to be a path to employment at Real Life.
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Frequently Asked Questions (cont.) What are the technology requirements of an ExtendEd Residency
program?
HardwareDesktop, laptop, tablet* device with:
• 512 MB of free memory
• 100 MB or more of free disk space
• internet connection (high speed connection strongly recommended)
• speaker and microphone (USB headsets are recommended for best sound quality)
Note: *Adobe Flash is unsupported on iOS devices
SoftwarePDF Reader (Adobe Reader, Preview, Kindle Cloud Reader, or similar)Current Antivirus and Malware software recommended
Supported browsers include:
• Firefox 21+
• Chrome 25+
• Internet Explorer 9+
• Safari 6+Required plugins include:
• Java 7 update 25+ (minimum)
• Flash 11+ (minimum)
• Silverlight 5 (minimum)
Apply Today If you would like to apply or learn more about the Strategic Ministry Residency Program, visit JohnsonU.edu/ExtendEd. You can also email [email protected] or call (865) 251-3400.
Spots in these programs are limited, so apply today!
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