--- title: Institute | Redeemer description: A gospel-centered residency offering weekly formation cohorts and hands-on ministry training within the life of the local church. image: https://www.redeemerlubbock.org/hubfs/IMG_6260.jpg --- ![ResidencyLogo_Left_algn_Rvrs](https://www.redeemerlubbock.org/hs-fs/hubfs/ResidencyLogo_Left_algn_Rvrs.png?width=2029&height=305&name=ResidencyLogo_Left_algn_Rvrs.png) ## The mission of the residency program at Redeemer is to see our residents trained up in character, theology, and ability in order to see them sent out as church planters, church ministers, and all-in lifelong church members throughout the world. Residents grow through participation in a weekly formation cohort while serving meaningfully in a specific ministry context. Together, these rhythms shape leaders who are deeply formed and practically prepared for Gospel ministry. ## Formation Cohort Residents participate in a cohort-based environment focused on shaping character, convictions, and instincts for faithful Gospel ministry.. # Spiritual Formation Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue an authentically Christian way of life, manifested through knowledge of God’s word, obedience to Christ, and love of God and neighbor. # Biblical Exposition Grow in the ability to properly and effectively interpret, apply, and communicate the Scriptures. Demonstrate the ability to think critically about scripture, argue for Christian doctrines persuasively, and communicate more clearly the grace and beauty of the Gospel. # Theological Integration Grow in the ability to understand and apply the doctrines of Christianity to life and ministry. By partnering with Midwestern Baptist Theological seminary and being equipped by qualified and gifted teachers we seek to grow in our understanding and practical application of theological truths found in the Scriptures, in order to be more effective ministers of the Gospel.  # Professional Development Gain the knowledge, skills, and Christian disposition necessary for ministry and leadership in the church and the world through knowledge of God and His word. Preparation for Gospel work will flourish if those in training can be placed in a local church where they have opportunities to test and grow their gifts. Residents need a safe environment to make mistakes and learn from them. They also need the opportunity to develop the right instincts for ministry by participating in a substantial, meaningful way. Although church leaders and staff members  are not strictly professionals, there are professional skills that are applied every day. Therefore, residents will be developed in some strategic ways: church administration, public speaking, productivity, leading staff teams, etc # Personal Development The minister of the Gospel is not merely defined by his/her vocation or work, but rather their identity as a son or daughter of Jesus. Residents will be given guidance, mentorship, and space to wrestle through, ask questions, and learn what it means to minister out of the overflow of who they are in Jesus. Our residency program desires to equip residents with the tools for lifelong faithful ministry by addressing personal walk with Jesus, confession, repentance and the active participation in the spiritual disciplines.  ## Practicing Ministry Residents are placed within a specific ministry where they participate meaningfully in leadership, learning through responsibility, mentorship, and real-world ministry experience. #### College As a College Resident at Redeemer, you’ll be part of shaping the spiritual lives of students by creating environments where they can grow in Christ, build community, and step into leadership. You’ll invest relationally through discipleship, plan and lead impactful events, and help connect new students to the ministry. Along the way, you’ll grow through intentional theological and professional development while contributing to a gospel-centered vision that makes an eternal difference. College #### Communications As a Communications Resident at Redeemer, you’ll help tell the story of what God is doing in and through the church by creating clear, compelling, and gospel-centered communication. You’ll contribute to content creation, messaging strategy, and digital platforms while collaborating across ministry teams to ensure alignment and clarity. Throughout the residency, you’ll grow in communication skills, creative execution, and theological depth while learning how thoughtful storytelling serves the mission of the church. Communications #### Connections As a Connections Resident at Redeemer, you’ll be part of creating welcoming environments where people feel seen, known, and invited into the life of the church. You’ll help design and lead pathways for guests and members to connect, serve, and take next steps, while developing and supporting volunteer teams. Along the way, you’ll grow in pastoral instincts, leadership, and ministry systems while helping build a culture of hospitality and belonging rooted in the gospel. Connections #### Family As a Family Ministry Resident at Redeemer, you’ll be part of nurturing children and families in their faith, helping them grow spiritually and build strong, gospel-centered relationships. You’ll engage with kids, support parents, develop volunteers, and help plan impactful family events, all while gaining hands-on ministry experience. Alongside this, you’ll grow theologically and professionally, equipping yourself to serve effectively in family ministry and the broader church. Family #### Groups As a Groups Resident at Redeemer, you’ll be part of cultivating meaningful community where people are known, cared for, and formed as disciples of Jesus. You’ll help support and develop group leaders, create pathways for people to connect into groups, and contribute to systems that foster healthy, gospel-centered community. Along the way, you’ll gain hands-on experience in pastoral care, leadership development, and ministry organization while growing theologically and professionally in the context of the local church. Groups #### Send As a Send Resident at Redeemer, you’ll get to be part of equipping and mobilizing God’s people to live on mission, locally and globally. You’ll disciple and develop leaders, support and recruit for classes, trainings, and mission trips, and walk alongside future missionaries as they discern God’s call. At the same time, you’ll grow in theological depth, ministry skills, and practical mobilization experience while contributing to the church’s vision of reaching the nations with the gospel. Send #### Students As a Students Ministry Resident at Redeemer, you’ll be part of guiding middle and high school students in their faith, helping them grow spiritually and develop as leaders. You’ll disciple students, lead groups, support parents, and help plan events while gaining hands-on ministry experience. Alongside this, you’ll grow personally and theologically, equipping yourself to serve effectively in student ministry and beyond. Students #### Worship As a Worship Resident at Redeemer, you’ll be part of leading and shaping worship experiences that draw people closer to Christ while developing the next generation of servant leaders. You’ll lead music, contribute to service planning, care for volunteers, and create spiritually enriching content, all while growing in musical, theological, and leadership skills. This role combines hands-on ministry, creative expression, and personal development in a fast-paced, gospel-centered environment. Worship ## Interested in the Residency? [ Learn More ](https://share.hsforms.com/1tPNN-ZB7RE2vsKN-jFnANQ43yrh) ### Des Vera What do the students call you? - "Ya Boy Des" or "Ya Boy" What is your favorite memory from students? -  Getting to see so many class of ‘24 students get baptized! What are you praying for students at Redeemer? - For students to love the Lord and have that love flow over into their families’, friends, and schools. ### Rainey Gimblet What do the students call you? - Raineyyyy What is your favorite memory from students? -  My favorite memory from students has been Grow Group with my 7th grade (now 8th grade) girls this past year! So sweet to intentionally spend time together in God's Word. I also always love it when we have a silent disco! What are you praying for students at Redeemer? - I am praying for students at Redeemer to love Jesus more and more and let the gospel be forefront in every area of their lives! Praying for friendships to be life-giving, and fruitful, and point them to truth. Also praying for school to be an opportunity to share the gospel and love on their neighbors! ### Coley Davis What is the funniest nickname you've had? - A friend in high school used to call me Cole Slaw. Why did you want to do the Student Ministry Residency? -  To develop skills that I will use in student ministry long term! What are you praying for students at Redeemer? - That students will grow to be eager to learn what it looks like to practically follow Jesus in their everyday lives! ### Tate Briggs What is the funniest nickname you've had? - People have always called me "Tatertot" (self-explanatory). Why did you want to do the Student Ministry Residency? - Students will make a lot of decisions that will affect the trajectory of their entire lives while they are in middle school and high school, and I want those decisions to be made in light of the Gospel. What are you praying for students at Redeemer? - My prayer for the Student ministry over the next two years is that it will be a place where both mature believers and complete unbelievers will feel loved. ### Ethan Schletewitz What is the funniest nickname you've had? - "Tank" - when I was 1-5 years old I would knock kids down walking through them. Why did you want to do the Student Ministry Residency? - I want to do the student ministry residency because Jesus changed my life through High School, and my deepest desire is for students to be all in for God. I feel called to lifelong youth ministry and want to be thoroughly equipped to do the work well. What are you praying for students at Redeemer? - My prayer for students is that they'd realize their dissatisfaction with the world and pursue the utmost joy of glorifying Jesus.