Ministry is hard. Longevity and faithfulness in ministry is very challenging. Blueprint provides the foundation and the friendships to to start strong and finish well. Though as a pastor your time is limited, you won’t regret the time you spend learning, growing and building relationships.
Jerry Lewis, Lead Pastor
Grace Community Church | Marion, NC
Starting out as a pastor can be
ISOLATING, CONFUSING, & OVERWHELMING.
Pastoral ministry is a joyful and wonderful calling, filled with opportunities to shepherd God’s people and advance His kingdom. But let’s be honest, it’s not always easy.
Balancing spiritual health and family life while managing things like membership classes, budgets, deacons meetings, community engagement, and mission partnerships can be challenging.
And the truth is, no one should be expected to figure it all out alone.
Blueprint is a
STRUCTURED & RELATIONAL
training and networking program for new and aspiring pastors.
Learn from seasoned local pastors.
Gain a deeper understanding of your region.
Get connected to local and regional resources.
Cultivate relationships with other rising pastors.
Develop practical ministry strategies for your local context.
WE’RE COMMITTED TO HELPING YOU THRIVE IN MINISTRY.
Blueprint is led by local Directional Teams composed of seasoned pastors and ministry leaders with years of experience serving faithfully in the local church.
Many new pastors begin ministry feeling ill-equipped and lacking meaningful relationships. To meet this need, Blueprint's leadership teams have developed a model designed to provide clarity, support, and practical guidance during the early years of pastoring.
The goal is to see pastors grow into effective shepherds of their local churches—for the sake of gospel advancement across the state.
THE BLUEPRINT MODEL
Our training and networking model is designed for you—offering a structured, relational approach to help you create a Blueprint for effective ministry in your local context.
Complete two 10-month certificate tracks designed to equip you for faithful ministry. The tracks can be taken in any order, providing flexibility for your growth and development. Each month covers a key topic for new and aspiring pastors focused on The Life of the Pastor, Pastoring A Compelling Church and Pastoring A Sent Church.
Track One is built around monthly cohort gatherings that include biblical teaching, pastoral coaching, group discussion, and leadership development in the local church. This track is designed to strengthen foundational convictions and practical skills while fostering meaningful relationships among residents and leaders.
Track Two follows a book study model. Residents read a selected book each month, then participate in a curated and structured gathering facilitated by a seasoned pastor. This format encourages peer-to-peer learning and theological reflection while continuing to emphasize the importance of developing leaders within the local church.
There are three main program components:
Cohort Gatherings
Personalized Coaching and Development
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Monthly pastoral coaching.
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Local church leadership development.
Strategic Networking and Partnerships
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Two annual road trips focused on key ministry partnerships, preaching, and missions mobilization.
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Fall: NC Baptist (site visit) & SEBTS (preaching lab) Spring: IMB (site visit) and NYC (mission mobilization)
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Developing relationships with local Baptist associations.
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YOUR BLUEPRINT EXPERIENCE
As a resident, you'll receive the support, tools, and relationships you need for faithful ministry, including:
A Curated Ministry Library
Receive a handpicked collection of 18+ ministry books.
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A Certificate of Completion
Earn a certificate for each completed track, showcasing your progress and growth—perfect for adding to your resume.
A Personalized Blueprint Workbook
Get a practical guide to help you develop and implement your unique ministry blueprint.
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Opportunity to Participate in Road Trips
Strengthen partnerships and expand your network through annual trips focused on preaching, missions mobilization, and strategic ministry connections.
Monthly Shared Meals
Connect through fellowship and learning over breakfast or lunch at monthly cohort gatherings.
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Instruction on Key Ministry Topics
Receive clear, practical teaching on essential topics related to The Life of the Pastor, Pastoring A Compelling Church and Pastoring A Sent Church.
Networking Opportunities
Discover ministry positions and partnerships.
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Key Relationships
Build meaningful connections with seasoned pastors and ministry leaders in your region.
MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH PARTNERSHIP
Blueprint is generously supported by NC Baptist, with additional support from a growing network of churches, associations, and ministry partners who make this work possible.
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