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Lead anywhere.
A ten-month, hands-on leadership experience for high school juniors and seniors and college-aged young adults ready to grow their faith, develop real-world skills, and discover how God can use their gifts.
More than an internship.
LeadNow combines spiritual formation, practical training, intentional mentorship, and hands-on leadership experience.
Participants learn by serving alongside experienced leaders, taking ownership of meaningful work, and developing skills they can carry into ministry, college, and their future careers.
Built for your season.
Both courses provide meaningful leadership experience while accounting for the different schedules and educational goals of high-school and college-age participants.
Learn through real responsibility.
Develop ministry and leadership skills through staff environments, focused training, hands-on service, mentorship, and practical experience within your selected track.
Start leading before graduation.
Strengthen your faith, explore your calling, and gain real-world experience while pursuing potential school or dual-enrollment credit.
Find the work that brings your calling to life.
Creative Arts
Worship, production, social media, graphic design, photography, marketing, and communications.
Next Gen
Kids Ministry, Youth Ministry, Young Adults Ministry, Kids Camp, and Youth Camp.
Next Steps + Discipleship
Pathways, Youth Pathways, Welcome to Relevant, Welcome to Relevant Next Gen, and Leader Step—the leadership pipeline.
Pastoral
Speaking, teaching, content development, care and prayer, and Celebrate Recovery.
Guest Services + Special Events
Guest Services, Easter, Christmas, BOLD Men’s Nights, The Gathering, Youth Camp, Kids Camp, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and Heart & Soul Appreciation.
A weekly rhythm built around growth.
Consistent participation creates the space for relationships, responsibility, skill development, and meaningful ministry experience.
Weekly hours
- Sundays7:30 AM–1:00 PM
- Tuesdays8:30 AM–4:00 PM
- Wednesdays1:00–9:00 PM
- Thursdays5:00–9:00 PM
Weekly hours
- Sundays7:30 AM–1:00 PM
- Tuesdays1:00–4:00 PM
- Wednesdays1:00–9:00 PM
Some flexibility is available for school, work, and scheduling conflicts. Full participation is strongly encouraged.
Show up. Serve well. Grow fast.
Build credit. Build experience. Build a résumé.
LeadNow connects practical leadership training with educational pathways and real career opportunities.
College options
Eligible students can pursue an accredited online associate or bachelor’s degree through Evangel University while participating in LeadNow.
- 10% tuition discount
- Up to 12 potential elective college credits
- $85 per credit hour for dual enrollment
High-school credit
Eligible juniors and seniors may coordinate LeadNow through their school’s approved Work-Based Learning program.
Participants may earn school credit and log internship hours toward school or district requirements.
Families should confirm eligibility with their counselor or Work-Based Learning coordinator and coordinate documentation with the LeadNow team.
Real connections
Chick-fil-A Locust Grove: Eligible participants may receive an interview opportunity. All hiring decisions remain with the employer.
Peterbilt of Atlanta: Potential part-time warehouse or administrative opportunities in Jackson depend on current openings and applicant qualifications.
Called to lead wherever you go.
Build a stronger faith, leadership and communication skills, ministry and team experience, mentoring relationships, career exposure, and greater confidence in your calling.