Current Events and Programs
Young Ministers’ Retreat
December 7-9
Johnson City, TN
Young Ministers’ Retreat
This retreat is a dedicated time with peers as we all learn how to better discern our calls to ministry.
Ministry Fellows Program
This program pairs students with local churches.
Ministry Fellows Program
Emmanuel Christian Seminary at Milligan is pleased to offer the Ministry Fellows Program. This program pairs students with local churches, where they can serve in a variety of ministerial capacities during the time they are enrolled in seminary.
Ministry Renewal Mini-Grant
A grant of up to $2,500 to support the flourishing of ministers.
Ministry Renewal Mini-Grant
Any minister in the MRC network can apply. Priority will be given to those in the mentoring community or those in their first five years of ministry. Funds cannot be spent on just one individual (or couple) but must include at least one other minister and can go up to six ministers. We prefer these ministers to be from different churches or ministries.
MRC FALL RETREAT
Location: Lake Junaluska, NC
Dates: Thursday, September 24 – Saturday, September 26, 2026
The Ministry Resource Center Fall Retreat is designed for rest, fellowship, and renewal among ministers in all stages of life, with special emphasis on encouraging those in their first five years of ministry. Be rejuvenated in worship and community, enjoy the natural beauty of God’s creation, and return to your ministry refreshed!
Young Ministers’ Retreat
Location: Emmanuel Christian Seminary at Milligan, Johnson City, TN and the Lodge at Buffalo Mountain Retreat Center, located 20 minutes away from Emmanuel and downtown Johnson City, TN.
Dates: Monday, December 7, 2026, 5 p.m. – Wednesday, December 9, 2026, noon
The Ministry Resource Center and Emmanuel Christian Seminary at Milligan invite you to our 2026 Young Ministers’ Retreat. This retreat is a dedicated time with peers as we all learn how to better discern our calls to ministry. There will also be dedicated time to practice Sabbath and just rest. This free retreat has been made possible through our Pathways for Tomorrow Initiative, and graciously funded through Lilly Endowment Inc. All meals, travel, and housing are covered by this grant.
Ministry Fellows Program
Emmanuel Christian Seminary at Milligan is pleased to offer the Ministry Fellows Program. This program pairs students with local churches, where they can serve in a variety of ministerial capacities during the time they are enrolled in seminary.
All full-time, residential, second-year or higher seminary students are welcome to apply. Returning students are also welcome to apply. Each awarded fellow will have the opportunity to receive up to $10,000 for a 9- month fellowship that runs the 2026-2027 academic year.
Ministry Fellows take part in a cohort model that includes a fall orientation lunch, mid-year review, and a final celebration gathering. In addition to a fellows ministry placement, they have the opportunity to share their joys and struggles with others in Emmanuel’s Internship class. A student can list their top two placement choices in their application. We will announce the Ministry Fellows church pairings by the end of the spring 2026 semester.
Ministry Renewal Mini-Grant
The purpose of a mini grant is to support learning, rejuvenation, and friendship among ministers, who would not normally have the opportunity to connect. Mini grants can be used for personal retreats or learning experiences, such as conference, webinar series, or similar activities. Funds cannot be spent on just one individual or couple and must include at least one other minister from a different ministry context. The funds cannot be spent on any general ministry budget expenses and should not be easily funded through other means. A budget must be uploaded with this application.