Pastoral Residency

The Pastoral Residency at Patterson Park Church brings together the best of both the seminary education and the local church experience in preparing future church leaders. 

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Program Overview

The desire for this residency program stems from believing the local church, as God designed it, is the hope of the world. Patterson Park seeks to provide aspiring church leaders at seminary a healthy church environment to learn, grow, and practice ministry after completing their degree.

Bringing together seminary education and the local church experience.

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Why Consider 
Our Residency?


The Pastoral Residency, a paid position with full benefits, provides a wide range of potential ministry opportunities suited to each Resident’s gifts, abilities, and eventual ministry focus, with multiple opportunities for mentorship available.


EXPECTATIONS


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REQUIREMENTS
Patterson Park Church desires to select seminary students with “integrity of heart and skillful hands” (Psalm 78:70-72) to participate in this program.  Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to following Christ, ministry leadership ability, a heart for serving the local church, and academic excellence.

Those selected for the Residency commit to moving to the Beavercreek, OH area upon completion of their degree, where they will serve at Patterson Park Church as a Resident for two years.
NEXT STEPS
Complete the application process or contact us for additional information.

Applications can be submitted at any time. References are due within three weeks of submitting your application (see below).

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APPLICATION DEADLINES
APPLICATION/REFERENCES DUE
Applications can be submitted at any time.
References are due within three weeks of application submission.

RESIDENCY YEARS
2 years from start date
Expected Start Date: June 2026


OUR MISSION


To Know Christ
Knowing Christ is more than just facts about Him. We want you to have a personal relationship with Christ.

To Grow in Him
Spiritual growth is a lifelong journey. We are here to walk beside you as you grow through studying God's Word, prayer, and worship.

To Go in Service to Him
You can serve Christ by sharing His love through your gifts and abilities to encourage and build up others.


Application

Thank you for your interest in applying for the Patterson Park
Pastoral Residency. We are delighted that you have chosen to take the next step and apply. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us for further clarification.

Applications can be submitted at any time.

See below for reference forms.

APPLICATION DETAILS
Create your application document with the following details. The document should be single-spaced and not exceed five pages in length. Submit the application below.  

PERSONAL INFORMATION
  • Your Name
  • Address/City/State/Zip
  • Phone Number(s)
  • Preferred Email Contact
  • GPA
  • Anticipated Graduation Date from seminary
  • Degree Program and Emphasis (if applicable)
  • In a paragraph tell us about yourself

COMPETENCE
  • List your educational background.
  • Tell us about any awards you have received, or special projects completed throughout your educational experience.
  • List your work experience.
  • In what ways have you or are you currently demonstrating leadership?
  • How would you describe your strengths and weaknesses?

CHARACTER
  • Tell us about your journey of faith.
  • How have you been involved in your local church – past and present?
  • What is something you have learned recently from the Word of God?
  • Read any good books lately? Tell us about one or two of them. (Exclude the Bible on this answer.)
  • What do you like to do for fun?

CALLING
  • Tell us about your sense of calling. Where and how do you sense God is directing you to serve Him after graduation from seminary?

Submit Your Application

Please create a document, not to exceed five single-spaced pages in length, with the information outlined in the Details section above.
Applications can be submitted at any time. 
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Coordinate with a Professor

Please coordinate with a professor at seminary and have them complete an online Reference Form. This reference is due within three weeks of submitting your application.
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Coordinate with Your Pastor

Please coordinate with your pastor and have them complete an online Reference Form. This reference is due within three weeks of submitting your application. 
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Interview

We will coordinate with all selected applicants to set up a virtual interview. Interviews with finalists will take place in Beavercreek, OH.