Do I need to be interested in a full-time vocational ministry to participate in Prov Gap Year?
No. We know that for some, ProvGapYear will provide an opportunity to explore and discern a step into full-time vocational ministry, but for others, we believe it will be a year to gain important Biblical leadership skills and experience that will set a strong foundation for Christ-like influence in the marketplace. We want ProvGapYear to be a year to explore your unique giftings, develop as a leader, and be launched into whatever it is God has planned for you next.
How many hours? Is this a paid position?
This is a part-time commitment, 20 hours a week. There is a one-time fee to cover the cost of the program with the option to raise support.
How will I raise support?
Prov Gap Year will provide fund development training in the Spring prior to your support-raising experience. We will also set you up with a coach to come alongside you throughout the process.
Can I have a part-time job?
Yes. We will have set times that you will need to be available for the Gap Year, but we intentionally created the schedule so that you will be able to have a part-time job as needed/wanted.
Can I take college-level courses and participate in the Prov Gap Year?
Yes. We know that there are many opportunities to continue your education online as well as in local in-person classes. We intentionally created the ProvLaunch schedule so that there is space to pursue other needs/interests as desired. However, there will be required times that you will need to be available for the Gap Year, and you will need to consider whether or not you are able to give the focus needed to gain the full benefit of both Gap Year and college-level classes.
My plan is to pursue higher education. I’ve already been accepted, but I’m interested in participating in the Prov Gap Year. What are my options? The good news is that deferring your college admission for a year has never been easier or more accepted. Deferred admission is often an option available to prospective students who have applied to university and been accepted. It’s a way to defer, or push back, your entry to college. For example, if you’re admitted to the fall semester, you can defer your admission to the following fall.
Contact your school to confirm that deferment is an option and review their deferment policy.
Where will I live?
Gap Year does not currently provide housing for residents, but if a resident needs a place to live, we can help him/her find a potential host family. Contact Jen Nixon -
to learn more.
What are Providence church’s beliefs and values?
Check out our core values, core beliefs, and position statements here.
Will I be traveling abroad?
Yes. Included in the program cost is an international mission.