' Why is it that he gives us these special abilities to do certain things best?
It is that God's people will be equipped to do better work for him, building up the church,
the body of Christ, to a position of strength and maturity.'
Ephesians 4:12
ELI is for those who may be:
- serving in a volunteer role;
- currently studying; or
- in the marketplace and who are developing a strong sense of a call to bi-vocational or vocational ministry; or
- called to remain in the market place and serve others through their profession
Potential pathways for ELI graduates include:
- Part-time or full-time ministry, senior ministry or church planting.
- Applying for leadership roles within their Monday-Friday professions
Existing leaders who desire to broaden their worldviews further are also strongly encouraged to apply.
During this immersive 2 year program, participants will further develop their leadership skills and will gain life-long relationships, experience, exposure and understanding that will be invaluable for future ministry service.
*The various resource inputs and expectations within ELI are set to a Degree level of comprehension and involvement.
*A minimum of 3 years post-college involvement in the workplace, ministry, or study is strongly encouraged before applying for ELI.
*ELI is not suitable for a 'gap year' type experience
Application Process:
1. Senior Pastor/Ministry Leader Recommendation:
- Before submitting this application, talk to your senior pastor and/or ministry leader about your interest in the ELI program.
- You will be asked to provide their details on this application
- Upon receipt of your application, they will then be contacted to request their recommendation of your suitability for the ELI program.
2. Payment of fees:
- Upon acceptance of your application you will be asked to pay the $1000 annual administration fee (non-refundable):
- At least 50% of this fee must be paid by program start and the subsequent 50% can be paid by installments over 4 months. An installment agreement must be made between yourself and A2A, prior to program start
- Invoices for the fee will be sent from the A2A Office
3. Prerequisite Course:
- Before program start, complete a short ELI prerequiste online course on a2aequip.org.au (details will be sent to you)