Work in ministry.
Develop skills.
Serve the local church.
THE WAY CHURCH
Ministry Apprenticeship
As a church, we aim to continually invest in the next generation of leaders—identifying, developing, & sending out young ministers for the sake of our city and nation.
The Ministry Apprenticeship program is designed to give individuals who feel a call towards vocational ministry hands-on experience working with The Way Church team. Successful applicants will join our staff team for 12 months, learning & putting skills into practice as they discern a call towards full-time ministry.
The apprenticeship includes a job description built around the needs of the church and the gifts of the apprentice, on-going development through mentorship, access to The Way College classes, and meaningful opportunities to participate in the life of the church.
We are looking for individuals who have a deep love for Jesus and the church in Canada, and have graduated post-secondary or have 4+ years of ministry experience.
The apprenticeship runs from the beginning of September 2025 to the end of August 2026.
APPRENTICESHIP IN SPECIFIC AREAS OF MINISTRY
This is the 12-20 hours per week of practical ministry experience you’ll be paid for—attending meetings, coordinating activities, and supporting Sunday & midweek ministries. Throughout the year, you'll also complete 1-2 projects - such as event planning or content creation - with goals set in collaboration with your manager.
MENTORSHIP
Mentorship is primarily experienced in a small group setting where you are given opportunity to discuss your apprenticeship experience and ask questions about ministry. This includes apprenticeship meetings, lunches with pastoral team members, and regular meetings with your manager.
THEOLOGICAL & MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT
Apprentices will grow in theological knowledge and ministry development through engaging in weekly Staff Meetings, auditing one course with The Way College, and attending weekly college chapels.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This year’s apprentices will be expected to work 20 hours per week across various ministry roles, including, but not limited to, Sunday services & midweek ministries.
Apprentices will also be required to attend 1 class at The Way College (4hr/week including homework), as well as The Way College chapels (1hr/week).
We estimate the apprenticeship taking up to 30 hours per week.
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Yes, many apprentices have worked part-time positions alongside the apprenticeship.
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Yes! Ministry Apprentices will be paid a monthly stipend of $2000.
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Housing is not provided for the ministry apprenticeship.
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A call or tug toward vocational ministry
Completed post-secondary education and/or have 4+ years ministry experience
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Gabri Grasso
It was an honour for me to join this wonderful ministry team as I have grown spiritually and learned how to practically apply my gifts. Before applying, I was searching for an opportunity to commit myself to vocational ministry. When I found out about this apprenticeship, the Lord led me to apply. God has opened this door to serve him in these past nine months as I have dedicated my time and learning. I had the opportunity to give and contribute in my small way to The Way church community, while being able to receive and grow in my character and personal calling. This experience has been very formative for me and I will be forever grateful to God that he has led me here.
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Rebekah Lewis
The Ministry Apprenticeship was the perfect setting to explore what full-time ministry could look like for me. I was able to work both within my giftings & strengths, whilst being challenged and stretched in areas I hadn't yet explored, culminating in a rich learning experience. The staff at The Way consistently inspired me in my discipleship to Jesus and love for His church, allowing a safe space for personal wrestles, spiritual growth, and conviction to be developed. The apprenticeship deepened my love for the local church, re-ignited my heart for vocational ministry, and broadened my view of the body of Christ.
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Noah Gray
The apprenticeship has given me space to wrestle through what vocational ministry can look like in my life, while giving me opportunity to work alongside an experienced team whose love for Jesus is so evident. My faith has been deeply enriched through personal engagement with the church as a whole, and through meaningful relationships on the team. Alongside my spiritual growth, I have seen my skillset grow and be sharpened over the weeks and months. I cannot emphasize enough what a gift this apprenticeship has been!
