Why Servant Leadership Institute (sLi)?

For some time we attempted to hire the graduates from our long term men’s and family programs and found that although the program had prepared them to live the Christian life and they had the desire to “give back” and/or become involved in ministry, they were ill-prepared for the intensity of ministry to clients coming through our doors. Although their own personal experience was extremely valuable and their new found walk with the Lord very motivating, they needed more if they were going to stand firm in the rigors of Rescue Ministry. Consequently, we have developed an Institute for our graduates who desire employment in the ministry of Rescue: Servant Leadership Training Institute (sLi). Graduates from any Rescue Mission long term program may apply.

What is Servant Leadership Institute (sLi)?

At City Union Mission, the Institute is a one-year commitment. The local mission provides room and board and camera-ready computer access on Friday mornings. The student is required to have a 15-24 hour part time job, preferably outside the mission, to provide for his or her own needs. They perform on-the-job training experience for 16-20 hours a week, choose and perform 100 hours of unassigned volunteer work in the Mission during the year and attend Friday morning classes with students in other mission using video conferencing.

Called to Serve: Servant Leadership Jesus Style

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