About the role#
The Student Leader Apprentice (SLA) program is a two-week experience for students who want to gain hands-on leadership training in a camp environment. This program helps students grow in their faith and prepares them for future FUGE Summer Staff roles. Participants go behind the scenes to learn how camp ministry functions.
What you'll do#
During the first week, you will participate in personality and leadership assessments. You will also engage in ministry sites, recreation activities, Bible study, and worship. In the second week, you will shadow a FUGE Camps staff member. You will assist with overall camp programming to gain direct experience in the field.
What you'll need#
This program is for graduating or rising high school seniors. You must provide three references to be considered for placement:
- One Student Minister, Youth Leader, or Church Pastor
- One Sunday School or Small Group teacher
- One adult who has known you well for several years
Location & details#
This is an on-site program taking place during Summer 2027. The program is unpaid. Locations include North Greenville University in Tigerville, South Carolina, and Union University in Jackson, Tennessee.
About Lifeway Christian Resources
Lifeway Christian Resources is a nonprofit organization founded in 1891. Based in Brentwood, Tennessee, the company operates within the book and periodical publishing industry. It produces church resources, Bible studies, and event programming. The organization maintains a workforce of approximately 1,818 employees.
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