Urban Missionary Resident
Duration: 3 Months or 1 year
Commitment: Full-Time
Points of Light
Points of Light was founded in 2007 and Mighty Blaze is Oakland's largest children and youth ministry. We reach approximately 500 at-risk youth and children in Oakland weekly through 7 faith-based programs designed to teach them about Jesus, and instill leadership, self-confidence, and Christian values and to provide hope through the understanding of the love of Jesus.
About the Residency
The Urban Missionary Residency was created to give young adults who have been called to evangelistic ministry, hands-on experience. It was specifically designed to equip you with the necessary tools, support and experience to effectively communicate the Word of God and impact the lives of Urban children and youth for Christ.
This residency is designed for maximum exposure in both ministry and leadership. You will be fully immersed in the culture of Points of Light (POL), where your hidden potential will be drawn out, helping you become who you were created to be. Through hands-on experience, you will learn to engage your strengths in a greater capacity while serving alongside our dedicated full-time missionaries. Candidates who are ready to step into full-time ministry will have an opportunity to apply for open positions.
What You Will Gain
✔ Effective Gospel Communication: Learn how to share the Word of God with clarity and conviction as we take the Gospel to the streets.
✔ Ministry Training: Develop a solid biblical foundation and practical skills for missionary work.
✔ Leadership Development: Be mentored by experienced missionaries and grow into a leader who can disciple the next generation.
✔ Hands-on Evangelism: Engage in real-world missionary assignments, spreading God’s love and wisdom to communities.
✔ Spiritual Growth: Strengthen your personal walk with God through prayer, study, and fellowship.
✔ Personal Development: Discover and refine your God-given talents and calling.
Missionary Experience
As an resident, you will actively participate in life-changing ministry work, including:
- Leading weekly inner-city Bible studies to disciple and strengthen local communities.
- Participating in 50 home visits within four months, fostering personal connections and outreach.
- Receiving training on how to raise financial support for missionary work.
- Choosing between children or youth ministry after the first month to specialize in your calling.
- Learning how to build relevant biblical curriculum for inner-city kids and youth.
- Planning and participating in large-scale community outreach events with thousands in attendance.
- Speaking in front of hundreds of youth each week at public schools, sharing the Gospel boldly.
- Receiving mentorship from staff with over 30 years of combined inner-city ministry experience.
- Being part of a community of like-minded believers passionate about leading kids and youth to Jesus.
- Learning to strategically build relationships and programs to disciple inner-city kids and youth for Jesus.
Stipend
$1,500 per month
Housing Accommodations
Housing is available at Points of Light’s apartment complex.
- Rent: $500/month
- Male and female residents are housed separately.
- Each unit: 2BR/1 bath
- Fully furnished with twin-size beds, TV, couches, dishware, closets, parking, washer & dryer.
Expectations
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Able to carry 15lbs.
- Maintain cleanliness and steward office and ministry equipment
- Demonstrate a willingness to grow both spiritually and personally.
- Be a team player who thrives in a collaborative ministry setting.
- Exhibit a teachable, flexible, and respectful attitude.
- Bring a unique dynamic to the team.
- Plan and execute responsibilities within a ministry pillar.
- Complete monthly evaluation sheets to track growth and performance.
- Accept corrections with humility and a desire to improve.
Who Should Apply?
- Passionate followers of Christ with a heart for missions.
- Individuals eager to grow in leadership and ministry skills.
- Those ready for an intensive, hands-on missionary experience.
- Committed believers seeking to step into their calling and make a Kingdom impact.
By the end of this challenging yet transformative journey, you will be empowered and equipped to step into the mission field God has called you to.
Are you ready to answer the call?
Apply today!