Residency Interest form
Our Residency Program
Residents will also participate in our Residency Cohort which is led by Brad Merchant and Dr. Todd Wilson (Founder of Integrated Leaders). Cohort time will consist of holistic leadership training and group discussion. Additionally, Residents will be attend bi-monthly evening gatherings for Residents (and spouses, if married) to fellowship and build community.
There are many other opportunities to learn and grow at College Park and we recommend that each Resident work with their supervisor to identify additional opportunities for discipleship.
Both! We believe men and women are called to lead in the local church by using their gifts to build up and bless the people of God. Our Pastoral Residency role is for men only, but every other Residency role is open to men and women.
Leadership Development
Personal Mentoring
Ministry Experience
Missional Launching
residency opportunities
- Pastoral Residency
- Soul Care Residency
- Communications Residency
- Worship Arts Residency
- Leadership Residency
Our Residents Succeed!
Zac Griffith
(2021-Present)
Pastoral Resident, Leadership Development
Chris O'Mara
(2021-Present)
Pastoral Resident, Leadership Development
Isa O'Mara
(2021-Present)
Pastoral Resident, Leadership Development
Mark Riner
(2020-Present)
Pastoral Resident, Community
Marla Vroegop
(2021-Present)
Resident, Soul Care
Commendations
"From the residency troops on the ground at College Park the word is: this is what they wanted and needed. I thank God for College Park’s remarkable commitment to younger pastors-in-the-making."
Dr. John PiperFounder and Teacher, DesiringGod.org 
"I have confidence in a pastoral residency program where there is a simultaneous emphasis on biblical fidelity, expository preaching, and edifying relationships amongst the people of God. To train a pastor, it is extraordinarily helpful to see and experience a healthy local church."
Dr. Don CarsonEmeritus Professor of New Testament, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School 
College Park is a welcoming church with excellent pastoral leadership deeply grounded in theology and relevant teaching.
Dr. Erwin LutzerPastor Emeritus, The Moody Church 
What a blessing to be growing in the same direction with College Park Church. Godly pastors, believing people, living church. Beautiful.
Dr. Jim HamiltonProfessor of Biblical Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary 
Residency FAQ
We believe Residents are best served when they can be immersed in the life of the church on a full-time basis rather than needing to raise support. Therefore, residents are given a full-time salary including a benefits package.
The resident’s weekly schedule will be largely dependent on their ministry emphasis (Pastoral, Soul Care, etc.). Residents will attend all staff meetings, their respective team meetings, and bi-weekly Residency Cohort meetings in addition to their other responsibilities.
Every Residency position is a two-year program except for our Worship Arts which lasts one year.
Master’s degree in a related field is preferred. Bachelor’s degree is required.
One-on-one mentorship with a supervisor of the same gender who will shepherd the Resident and ensure they are growing in their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health.
About College Park Church
At College Park Church, we want to ignite a passion to follow Jesus in the lives of others. We believe the gospel travels faster and farther when local churches are led by godly, gospel-centered, theologically sound, competent servant-leaders. The College Park Church Residency program equips, trains, and launches faithful men & women into strategic gospel ministry in our city and across the world. Learn more about College Park.
