"What if God is inviting you to step into the harvest? Come and see."

THE GAP YEAR EXPERIENCE

Your Journey from Labor Day
to Memorial Day

8 months that could shape the rest of your life

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Summer Before

Application & Vetting

  • • Apply through Christian universities or campus ministries
  • • Interview with Kairos Church Planting
  • • Matched with vetted ministry partners
  • • Complete SRS Bootcamp for fundraising support
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Labor Day

Launch into Ministry

  • • Arrive at your placement (church, campus, mission site)
  • • Meet your on-site mentor
  • • Housing and workspace provided
  • • Begin your ministry experience
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Fall Season

Try On Ministry

  • • Hands-on ministry work (teaching, outreach, pastoral care)
  • • Regular mentoring sessions
  • • First retreat with your cohort across the country
  • • Skill development in leadership and ministry
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Winter

Go Deeper

  • • Increased responsibilities in ministry
  • • Off-site mentoring and check-ins
  • • Continuing education opportunities
  • • Connect with peers through retreats
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Spring Season

Gain Clarity

  • • Reflect on your calling and gifts
  • • Leadership opportunities in your placement
  • • Skills portfolio development
  • • Next steps planning and guidance
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Memorial Day

Decision Point

At the end of the year, you'll know with confidence:

"Ministry is my calling" - Ready to pursue ministry long-term

"I'm heading elsewhere" - Gained skills for life's next chapter

Start Your Journey

Ready to discover what God has for you? Apply now to begin your gap-year ministry experience.

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