Emerging Leaders

International Ministries strives to educate, encourage, and empower young adult Christians for a lifelong journey of being God’s salt and light around the globe. Emerging Leaders is an ongoing discipleship initiative that focuses on developing young adults from 16 to 29 years old who come from various denominations and backgrounds. We walk alongside you as you prepare to serve in God’s mission.

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WHAT ARE EMERGING LEADERS COHORTS?

These cohorts are divided into two age groups: Connectors (16 to 20 years old) and Trailblazers (21 to 29 years old). Each cohort has no more than twelve participants. Cohorts run on a two-year cycle and include:

  • Annual retreats
  • Bimonthly virtual meetings
  • Inspiring conferences
  • Prayer partnerships
  • Short-term mission experiences
  • Spiritual reflections
  • Leadership development

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident to apply.
  • Applicants must be ages 16 -29 years old.
  • Applicants must be able to pass a background check if they are 18+ years old.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR DISCIPLESHIP JOURNEY

If you are a young adult Christian from 16 to 29 years old looking for a way to grow as a leader in God’s mission, apply to join a cohort today.

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Emerging Leaders Resources

Get additional tools, books, and devotionals to help you on your journey as you develop into a leader in God’s mission to the world.

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The Bridges for Mission Podcast

Check out interviews from other Emerging Leaders, volunteers, global servants, esteemed professors, and learn more about serving with International Ministries.

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Short-Term Mission Resources

Learn more about serving as a short-term mission volunteer in God’s mission with International Ministries.

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QUESTIONS?

You can email elc@internationalministries.org or call 610-768-2245 with any questions.