Training Programs
Training – Mentoring Programs
For nearly two decades FBC has been training tomorrow’s leaders. Our purpose is to help any willing person become his or her best for Jesus Christ. We believe God designed the local church to equip and train Christians. We give them opportunity to put their training into action. We offer five training/mentoring programs for men and women who want to equip themselves for serving God. For more info click here to contact Senior Pastor Roger Ball.
Pastor in Training
The Pastor in Training program is for men to want to prepare themselves for pastoral ministry (Senior Pastor or Associate Pastor). Anyone who wants to be a part of FBC can apply for a part-time PIT position on staff. PIT’s enjoy opportunities to preach, assist in worship services, teach Bible studies, teach Sunday school classes, and exercise leadership in various ministries. Many PIT’s have been trained and launched into ministry in recent years. Some PIT’s have become Hispanic church pastors, senior pastors, youth pastors, missionaries, college pastors, singles pastors, etc. The PIT is exposed to the inner workings of church life and the multi-faceted duties of a pastor. Their training enables them to see if they are indeed fitted and ready for pastoral ministry. PIT’s may attend Staff Meetings, Pastor’s Meetings, Board Meetings, and are exposed to a host of other learning opportunities.
Currently in training:
Ik-Sung Lim, Caleb Calloway, Andrew Soto, Logan Paschke, Ali Abboud, Thomas Linton and Jimmy Gradis.
We have several spots open in this training program. Please contact Pastor Roger Ball if you are interested in finding out how you can be involved.
Missionary in Training
This opportunity allows future missionaries a chance to experience ministry related to missions work. This program is open to men and women who are considering a career as a missionary. MIT’s work throughout the church learning to relate to people, organize, evangelize, teach, preach and how to witness. MIT’s gain experience by helping with the bi-annual Mission Conference and interacting with veteran missionaries.
Currently in training: Consider placing YOUR name here!
We have several spots open in this training program. Please contact Pastor Roger Ball if you are interested in finding out how you can be involved.
Leader in Training
The Leader in Training program is designed for men and women who are not seeking a full-time ministry as a career but who choose to prepare themselves for leadership and personal growth. LIT’s are invited to weekly Staff Meetings and experience a wide variety of ministries suited to their individual talents, gifts and church needs. The LIT discovers the inner workings of the local church and leads in ministry with intentional opportunities increasing in challenge.
Currently in training: Adam Bachman, Jim Strouse, Bryan Lynch
We have several spots open in this training program. Please contact Pastor Roger Ball if you are interested in finding out how you can be involved.
Bible Teacher in Progress
The Bible Teacher in Progress is an opportunity to develop various skills as a Bible teacher. This program is open to men and women who desire to study the scriptures, accurately interpret the scriptures and faithfully teach the Word of God. A wide range of teaching opportunities are available to the BTIP from Sunday mornings to Sunday nights plus week day and week night Bible studies. Many opportunities exist to teach the Word of God in the Children’s Ministries, Men’s Ministries and Women’s Ministries. BTIP may attend Staff Meetings and serve in a wide range of ministries suited to their individual desires and gifting. Each BTIP is supervised by a member of the pastoral staff who is committed to their spiritual ministry growth.
We have several spots open in this training program. Please contact Pastor Roger Ball if you are interested in finding out how you can be involved.
Counselor in Training
The Counselor in Training is an opportunity to develop various skills as a Couselor/Mentor. This program is open to men and women who desire to reach out to others with truth and compassion. The CIT would work with a pastor under guided supervision to learn how to listen deeply, ask thoughtful questions, make various assessments on causes and treatments, make referrals, collaborate with other professionals and offer counseling based on the Word of God.
Currently in training: Sandi Brecht
We have several spots open in this training program. Please contact Pastor Roger Ball if you are interested in finding out how you can be involved.