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Our Programs
Church Planter Training Track
Designed for those who are discerning a call or actively seeking to plant a church in greater New York City or city-facing urban centers like New Jersey. Prepares participants to be adaptive leaders capable of sustaining, shepherding, and scaling gospel-centered ministry in the complexity of the city.
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Fellows prepares emerging church planters and leaders to move from calling to clarity through theological depth and cohort-based formation. Designed for those discerning or preparing to plant, it develops resilient, gospel-centered leaders equipped to navigate urban complexity and articulate a clear, contextualized, church planting vision.
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Incubator Collective equips active and near-launch church planters to move from vision to execution, building the core competencies needed to lead thriving churches in New York City. Designed for those already planting or within a year of launch, this two-year, cohort-based program integrates real-time ministry experience with practical training, peer learning, and theological reflection. Participants grow as adaptive leaders prepared to sustain, shepherd, and scale gospel-centered ministry in the complexity of the city.
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Incubador Grupal capacita a plantadores de iglesias activas y próximos a lanzar nuevas congregaciones para pasar de la visión a la ejecución, desarrollando las competencias fundamentales necesarias para liderar iglesias saludables y florecientes en la Ciudad de Nueva York. Diseñado para quienes ya están plantando una iglesia o planean lanzarla dentro de un año. Este programa de dos años, basado en cohortes, integra la experiencia ministerial en tiempo real con formación práctica, aprendizaje colaborativo y reflexión teológica. Los participantes crecen como líderes adaptables, preparados para sostener, pastorear y multiplicar ministerios centrados en el evangelio en medio de la complejidad de la ciudad.
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Community Engagement & Evangelism
This cohort equips pastors and ministry leaders to cultivate a church culture that lives on mission beyond its walls through meaningful community engagement, gospel-centered service, and spiritual conversations. Through theological instruction, practical tools, and personalized coaching, participants will learn to serve their neighbors for the common good, share the good news of Jesus with confidence, and mobilize their congregations to participate in God’s renewing work in their communities.
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Rooted in City to City New York City’s five DNA pillars—church planting, kingdom prayer, gospel fluency, contextualization, and empowerment ethics—this intensive equips pastors, church planters, and ministry leaders to become more effective facilitators of transformational learning. Participants will develop practical skills for guiding group processes, managing content, and engaging learners through a variety of facilitation methods.
(Offered on an as-needed basis.)
Church Leadership Training Track
(Urban Ministry Certificate Program)
Designed for pastors, lay leaders, non-profit workers, parachurch ministers, seminary students, church planters, and emerging Christian leaders who desire to grow in their calling and ministry gift set.
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Communicating Scripture equips you to move from sound biblical interpretation to clear, compelling, Christ-centered communication that resonates in today’s culture. Designed for those who preach, teach, or lead, it blends theological depth with practical, hands-on training. You’ll leave more confident in your ability to apply Scripture and engage, persuade, and inspire your audience.
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Leadership develops gospel-centered leaders from the inside out— integrating calling, emotional health, and practical skills for real-world ministry impact. Designed for current and emerging team leaders, it equips you to navigate complexity, lead people effectively, and build healthy, sustainable ministries.
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The Pastoring Class is designed for pastors, ministry leaders, small group leaders, and anyone entrusted with the spiritual care of others. Through practical instruction, hands-on training, and biblical counseling tools taught by experienced ministry practitioners, participants will explore the heart and calling of a shepherd, develop skills for gospel-centered care, and gain the wisdom and confidence to navigate the complexities of walking alongside people.
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The Master Class in Evangelism is designed for anyone seeking to grow in sharing their faith with confidence and clarity. By exploring biblical foundations for mission, practical approaches to gospel-centered conversations, and effective ways to communicate the gospel in the context of New York City, participants will gain practical tools for engaging others in meaningful spiritual conversations and learn strategies for equipping and mobilizing their churches to cultivate a culture of everyday evangelism.
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The Master Class in Christian Apologetics is designed for anyone seeking to engage thoughtfully with questions, doubts, and objections about the Christian faith. This course will explore practical approaches to understanding different worldviews, asking meaningful questions, and responding to challenges to Christianity with clarity and confidence.
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The Master Class in Children's Ministry is designed for pastors and children's ministry leaders or volunteers passionate about discipling the next generation. Through biblical teaching and practical training from experienced ministry practitioners, participants will develop a vision for children's ministry, explore how to care for children and families with diverse needs, learn strategies for equipping volunteers, selecting curriculum, and partnering with families in the spiritual formation of children.
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The Master Class in Theology & the Arts is designed for actors, performing artists, and creatives seeking to integrate their Christian faith with their artistic calling. Through theological reflection, practical training, and creative collaboration, participants will explore the intersection of faith and the arts in both sacred and secular settings. Participants will also develop an original piece that integrates biblical themes with artistic practice, equipping them to create meaningful work that reflects the gospel and engages the broader culture.
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Biblical Theology of Worship equips worship leaders and pastors to lead gatherings with greater biblical clarity, theological depth, and pastoral intentionality. Designed for those actively leading worship, it helps participants navigate the unique dynamics of urban ministry while growing in their ability to lead meaningful, Christ-centered, Spirit-led worship.
Redeemer Theological Seminary
We have partnered with the Reformed Theological Seminary to offer theological education (an accredited MA in Biblical Studies) to aspiring and current church planters, pastors, ministry leaders, and marketplace leaders in NYC. CTC NYC offers limited, need-based scholarships to qualifying RTS NYC students. For more information, please use the contact form.