Grow in theology, character, and spiritual disciplines to lead from a place of wisdom and health.
Gather with other residents to learn and apply biblical leadership principles and skills.
Gain practical knowledge as you apply what you learn in real ministry contexts and receive personal coaching along the way.
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The Austin Stone Residency will start on August 2027 and run through July 2029.
While each resident benefits from different ministry experiences, every resident completes our Austin Stone Development Program (ASDP), an in-depth study of doctrine and spiritual disciplines, and leadership training. Residents also attend weekly staff meetings, meet with supervisors once a week, and regularly gather with other residents for lunch and other activities. Residents prioritize abiding in Christ by sabbathing one day a week.
The Austin Stone Development Program works through several areas of core Christian doctrine:
The program, also, addresses several core ministry philosophies at The Austin Stone and many other topics. Additionally, spiritual disciplines are studied and implemented to further stir affection for and obedience to God.
Yes, but residents raise financial support to provide a salary for two years.
Residents go through mandatory training with Reliant, a partnering organization, to learn how to raise support and to manage financial gifts and supporters.
Residents live throughout the Austin metroplex, often choosing to rent an apartment or home with other residents. Residents are responsible for finding housing.
