Leadership Practicums
Every JRLC student has the exciting opportunity to serve in several capacities throughout the ministry of JRA. In addition to contributing to the broader ministries at JRA, the students will select a leadership practicum. The leadership practicums are designed so that students experience the James River culture in a specific ministry offering as well as equip them with the fundamentals required to lead in that field. Each JRLC student will have 15-20 hours per week of life changing ministry experience at JRA.
Pastoral Leadership
The Pastoral Leadership practicum gives students a comprehensive view of leadership through practical opportunities in the various ministries at JRA. Students participating in this practicum will gain a strong understanding of the organizational structure of JRA and transport the vision of the church through focused action.
Creative Services
The Creative Services practicum gives students an opportunity to increase their understanding of influence through graphic art and media. Students participating in this practicum will experience the impact that visual presentation has in a church setting as they are trained in utilizing state-of-the-art media tools.
Kids Ministry
The Kids Ministry practicum gives students the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of the influence children have on the Body of Christ. Students participating in this practicum will work along side high capacity leaders and contribute to a dynamic program focused on reaching and discipling children from infancy through 5th grade.
Live Event Production
The Live Event Production practicum gives students an opportunity to understand how atmosphere within a church affects the momentum of the Gospel message. Students participating in this practicum will see how the structure of lighting, sound, and décor impacts the direction of services.
Worship and Creative Arts
The Worship and Creative Arts practicum gives students a greater understanding of the commitment to holiness in worship leadership. Students participating in this practicum will learn that effective worship must be focused on honoring the Lord through a systematic and disciplined organizational structure.
Youth
The Youth Ministries practicum gives students a greater understanding of empowering young people with the Gospel. Students participating in this practicum will work along side dynamic and creative leaders driven to reach and disciple middle and high school young people.
