Welcome to Severns Valley Baptist Church in Elizabethtown, Kentucky – a vibrant community of faith committed to loving God, loving people and making disciples. At Severns Valley, we believe in the power of genuine relationships, transformative spiritual growth, and meaningful service to others. As you explore opportunities to join our team, you'll discover a welcoming team environment where your talents and passions can align with our mission. Whether you're considering a career in ministry, administration, or support services, we invite you to explore how you can contribute to our vision of spreading the love of Christ and making a difference in the lives of others.

SVkids Ministry Apprenticeship (Two-Year Program) Severns Valley Baptist Church

Love God. Love People. Make Disciples.

Is God calling you into ministry of any kind? Whether that’s leading in a local church, owning a coffee shop that serves your community, teaching in a classroom, or serving overseas, the SVkids Ministry Apprenticeship is designed to equip you for whatever calling God has placed on your life. This two-year, discipleship-based ministry residency helps you grow spiritually, gain hands-on experience, and prepare for your next steps.

Position Type:

Two-Year Apprenticeship
Part-Time: Up to 30 hours/week
Free housing provided
Seminary master’s degree from Southern Seminary (Bachelor’s degree required to qualify)

Program Emphasis:

Deep spiritual growth through intentional discipleship and mentoring
Hands-on ministry leadership experience
Personal formation and calling development tailored to your journey

What You’ll Do:

Serve in all areas of SVkids ministry (birth–5th grade)
Help lead Sunday morning programming, VBS, camps, and special events
Assist in curriculum development, teaching, and discipleship groups
Support volunteer recruitment, training, and encouragement
Build relationships with kids and families to point them to Christ
Maintain ministry materials and help create a welcoming, safe environment
Contribute to team collaboration, planning, and outreach
Follow a personalized development plan created specifically for your unique gifts, needs, and calling
Read books and participate in guided learning assignments to help prepare you for ministry

What We’re Looking For:

A spiritually mature believer with a deep love for Jesus
A member or active participant in a Southern Baptist church
Teachable, dependable, servant-hearted, and joyfully mission-driven
Someone with a desire to grow in vocational ministry and help make disciples
A completed Bachelor’s degree (required for seminary degree participation)
Ministry experience is helpful but not required

Why This Matters: By the end of the apprenticeship, our goal is to help you discern and step into the next season of ministry God has for you—whether that’s seminary, a staff position, missions, or marketplace ministry. You’ll leave with real experience, a strong spiritual foundation, and a clear sense of calling.

What You’ll Gain:

Intentional discipleship and mentorship from church leaders
Practical, real-world ministry leadership training
A gospel-centered church family that will encourage and support you
Seminary education and housing support to reduce financial barriers

Ready to take the next step in your ministry journey? Apply today and invest two years into becoming who God has called you to be.

Contact us at Katy@svbc.cc

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