Harvest Apprenticeship Program – Harvest Bible Chapel
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Harvest
Apprenticeship
Program
This
9-month Gap Year Program
is for Young Adults who wish to grow in the walk with Christ and walk out their faith by serving in hands-on-ministry at Harvest Bible Chapel.
Integrating both practical ministry tasks with a classroom cohort environment, Apprentices will
be equipped to be better ambassadors for Christ and His kingdom — wherever God leads them!
But
seek
first
the
kingdom
of
God
and
his
righteousness
and
all
these
things
will
be
added
to
you
Therefore
do
not
be
anxious
about
tomorrow
for
tomorrow
will
be
anxious
for
itself
..
.” Matt. 6:33-34
Candidate
• Minimum education: High School diploma or GED
• Young adults (ages 18-25)
Commitment
• 9-Month Program
• 20 paid hours of ministry experience
• includes classes and academic credit through Moody Bible Institute
Areas to Serve
• Assisting Campus Pastors
• Men's Ministry
• Women's Ministry • Kids Ministry • Harvest Students • Young Adults • Administration • Communication • Facilities • And More!
Interest Form
What is our Purpose?
Grow
deeper Spiritual Roots in the soil of Christian community. Developing their discipleship skills and spiritual formation.
Develop
a panoramic and practical understanding of the Bible, our place in history, and God’s work in and through our lives.
Gain
hands-on ministry experience, a greater love for God’s Word, God’s mission and God’s people – the Church – within a ministry context.
FAQ'S for Harvest Apprentices
Q: What is the purpose of the Harvest Apprenticeship?
A: Harvest Apprenticeship aims to equip and empower college-age young adults through a year-long experience focused on ministry, Biblical Studies, and discipleship.
Goals | Equip and Empower
Q: What does the program include?
A: Participants will join the Apprenticeship Cohort for 9 months, starting in August and ending before Memorial Day Weekend. They will serve 20 hours a week in ministry responsibilities, compensated accordingly. This involves hands-on experience within the local church and regular meetings with Leadership Development for ongoing support in academic, ministry, and spiritual growth.
Ministry Aspects | Church Ministry Experience
Q: What departments or campus would I be located?
A: When apprentices apply, they can list what
areas of ministry
they are interested in serving in.
Areas to Serve include — Harvest Students, Harvest Kids, Men’s Ministry, Women’s Ministry, Communications, Worship & Production, Administration and Facilities.
They will be posted at one or two of our six campuses to help in weekly ministry. They will be assigned a Ministry Supervisor for their ministry tasks. The Leadership Development team will lead in the teaching and training area of the program.
Multiple Locations | Diverse Areas to Save
Q: Are the Apprentices paid?
A: Yes! Participants will engage in part-time work and part-time school. Wages will be set at minimum wage to support their commitment to both ministry and academic pursuits.
Compensation | $15.25 per hour for 20 hours a week
Q: Will there be academic components to the program?
A: Yes, Harvest Apprenticeship follows a cohort model with classes provided by Harvest Staff and Moody Bible Institute alongside fellow apprentices. Participants will earn at least 6 credit hours through accredited courses.
Academic Aspects | Accredited Courses
Q: How can I apply for the Harvest Apprenticeship?
A: Applications are currently open! Interviews are conducted from January to August. To apply or receive more details, please click on the “Apply Here” button above or below website or click “Contact Us” to connect with one of our directors.
In-Take | Apply Online and Receive more Details
In Partnership with Moody Bible Institute
Harvest’s Apprenticeship Program is thankful to partner with
Moody Bible Institute
to equip and empower the next generation. You can learn more about this program and our partnership by emailing either our Pastor of Leadership Development, Kyle Meeker, or our Associate Director, Lindsay Olford.
Request Help
Select your primary campus below to request help:
Aurora Campus
Cathedral Campus
Crystal Lake Campus
Elgin Campus
North Shore Campus
Rolling Meadows Campus
Harvest Groups Podcast
Helpful conversations about Community and Discipleship Groups (D-Groups) atHarvest Bible Chapel in Chicago.
Community Group Leader Podcast
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 1
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 2
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 3
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 4
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 5
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 6
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 7
D Group Leader Podcast
D-Group Starter Guide Conversation 1 | Share Your Story
D-Group Starter Guide Conversation 2 | Goals and Expectations
D-Group Starter Guide Conversation 3 | HEAR Journals and Scripture Memory
D-Group Starter Guide Conversation 4 | Accountability and Prayer
Conversation 1 D-Group Multiply Guide | Who, Why, Where?
Bonus Episode 1 | Am I Ready to Lead a D-Group?
Conversation 2 D-Group Multiply Guide | Identifying Potential Members
Bonus Episode 2 | How to Select the Right People for Your D Group
Conversation 3 D-Group Multiply Guide | Inviting Potential Members
Bonus Episode 3 | How to Invite People to Your D-Group
Conversation 4 D-Group Multiply Guide | Celebrate & Commission
Community Group Outreach/Service Ideas
Create homeless blessing bags together, distribute to homeless outreach in area or keep in your car to give out.
Serve at
The Ruth Project
either downtown Elgin or at the farm
Serve together at
Feed My Starving Children
Contact campus ministry team to “adopt” a single mother in the congregation, and provide her with ongoing support (babysitting, groceries, gifts of encouragement)
Contact local elementary/middle/high school and ask to provide regular blessing baskets to teachers
Contact local senior/assisted living facility and offer to host a praise and worship night or ongoing Bible study
Serve at local soup kitchen
Sign up to serve with
Habitat for Humanity
Find more Volunteer opportunities at
Contact the Lead Team